Business Details
Bespoke Timber Sash Windows in Diggle, Oldham
Established by Michael Howe, Saddleworth Sash Windows is a family-run business rooted in over 35 years of joinery expertise. Our team of four professionals combines traditional craftsmanship with modern techniques to deliver tailored timber window solutions. Specialising in sliding sash windows, we cater to both contemporary and heritage projects, including listed buildings and leaded light encapsulation. Every product is crafted using solid Accoya timber, ensuring durability and sustainability.From initial consultation to installation, we prioritise personal service, treating each client's home with meticulous care. Our commitment to quality is evident in our use of mortice and tenon joints, Teknos coatings, and acoustic glazing options. With a focus on low-maintenance, energy-efficient solutions, we serve clients across the UK, blending heritage techniques with innovative materials to meet evolving architectural needs.
Services
Custom Sash Windows
Sash Window Repair
Glazing & Security
Accoya Wood Windows
Listed Building Windows
Highlights and features
- We offer 35+ years of specialist joinery experience in sash window design
- Our family-run team provides direct, personal service from consultation to installation
- We use FSC-certified Accoya wood for sustainable, durable window solutions
- Our traditional mortice and tenon joints ensure structural integrity and longevity
- We specialise in heritage window restoration for listed buildings
Services
Custom Sash Windows
We create made-to-measure sash windows tailored to your property's specifications. Using traditional joinery techniques with mortice and tenon joints, our windows combine aesthetic appeal with modern functionality. Each unit features acoustic glazing options and draught-proofing seals for enhanced energy efficiency and noise reduction.
Sash Window Repair
Our restoration service revitalises existing sash windows through pulley system replacements, draught proofing, and Accoya timber repairs. We preserve historical integrity while upgrading functionality with modern security features and paint systems that extend window lifespan.
Glazing & Security
We upgrade single-glazed sash windows with energy-efficient double glazing while maintaining traditional aesthetics. Our security enhancements include child-safe mechanisms, locking systems, and reinforced glass options that meet modern safety standards without compromising visual appeal.
Accoya Wood Windows
We exclusively use FSC-certified Accoya wood for its exceptional durability and environmental credentials. This sustainably sourced timber offers low maintenance requirements, insect resistance, and superior coating adhesion for long-lasting finishes in various architectural styles.
Listed Building Windows
Specialist window solutions for protected properties maintain historical accuracy while incorporating modern performance features. Our team handles leaded light encapsulation and period-appropriate restoration techniques that satisfy conservation area requirements and planning authorities.
People
Michael Howe
Owner & Lead Joiner
With over 35 years of hands-on experience passed down through generations, Michael oversees all projects ensuring traditional craftsmanship standards. His expertise in heritage window restoration and modern joinery techniques forms the foundation of our company's reputation.
Questions
What makes your sash windows different from standard replacements?
Our windows use solid Accoya timber with traditional mortice joints, acoustic seals, and Teknos coatings for superior durability and energy efficiency compared to mass-produced alternatives.
Do you work on listed buildings?
Yes, we specialise in heritage window restoration for listed properties, maintaining period accuracy while incorporating modern performance enhancements that meet planning authority requirements.
Can you repair existing sash windows?
We offer comprehensive restoration services including pulley replacement, draught proofing, and Accoya timber repairs to extend the life of original windows.
What security features do you offer?
We install child-safe mechanisms, multi-point locking systems, and reinforced glass options while maintaining traditional window aesthetics.
Why choose Accoya wood?
Accoya offers exceptional durability, sustainability, and low maintenance with FSC certification, making it ideal for long-lasting window solutions that resist insect damage and weathering.
