If your uPVC window won’t lock, won’t close or has a broken handle, REMS Locksmiths Leeds can repair it, usually in a single visit. I replace handles, locking mechanisms, hinges and keeps for a fraction of the cost of a new window, with upfront pricing and 20+ years of experience. Call 07786 373033 to book a repair.
When a uPVC window stops working, the cause is usually one of these:
If you’re not sure which applies to your window, don’t worry. I’ll diagnose the fault on my first visit and explain it in plain English.
It’s a common assumption that a faulty uPVC window means a new window. In reality, the frame and glass usually outlast the moving parts by many years. Handles, hinges and locking mechanisms are designed to be replaceable, so fitting new ones gives you a window that works like new without the cost and disruption of replacement.
I’ll only suggest a new window if the frame itself is badly damaged or warped, and even then I’ll be upfront about it. If the problem is with the glass, such as a misted double glazed unit, I’ll tell you so you can contact a glazier rather than paying me for work I don’t need to do.
Call me for urgent locksmith assistance. I respond quickly to emergencies across Leeds.
Windows are a common entry point for burglars, particularly at the back of a property where they’re out of sight. Upgrading to lockable handles on ground floor and easy to reach windows is a simple step, and many home insurers expect key operated locks on accessible windows. It’s worth checking your policy wording to be sure.
Windows in new homes built in England since October 2015 must meet Approved Document Q of the Building Regulations, and many are tested to the PAS 24 security standard.. Older windows often have more basic hardware. I can upgrade handles, locking mechanisms and keeps on older frames to improve security without replacing the whole window. For doors and wider home protection, take a look at my security upgrades and lock replacements and upgrades services.
If a window has been forced during a break-in, my burglary damage repairs service will make your property secure the same day.
With 20+ years of experience repairing uPVC doors and windows across Leeds, I know the hardware used by most major window manufacturers. I carry a wide range of handles, hinges and locking mechanisms in the van, which means most repairs are finished on the first visit.
You’ll always get an upfront price before I start, and I’ll give you honest advice about whether a repair or replacement makes sense. If a window won’t close or lock late at night, or after a break-in, my emergency locksmith service is available, so you’re not left with an unsecured home or business. I help both residential and commercial customers, from single windows to full buildings.
I repair uPVC windows across Leeds and the surrounding areas, including Roundhay, Horsforth, Kirkstall, Pudsey, Yeadon, Baildon, Eccleshill, Idle and Bradford.
Don’t put up with a window that won’t lock, won’t close or lets the cold in. Call REMS Locksmiths Leeds on 07786 373033, tell me what’s wrong, and I’ll give you an upfront price and get it fixed.
Find answers to commonly asked questions about my locksmith services.
Yes, in most cases. The frame and glass usually outlast the moving parts, so replacing the faulty handle, hinges or locking mechanism gives you a fully working window for far less than a new one.
Usually either the locking mechanism inside the sash has snapped or the handle's spindle has worn out. I can quickly tell which it is, and both are normally fixed on the same visit.
Most handle or locking mechanism repairs take under an hour per window. Hinge replacements take a little longer, and I'll give you a time estimate along with your upfront price.
Yes. I can fit key locking handles to most uPVC windows, which improves security and may help you meet your insurer's requirements for accessible windows.
Yes. I work with landlords, letting agents and tenants across Leeds, and provide itemised invoices that make it simple for whoever is paying for the work.
REMS Locksmiths Leeds – fast, reliable locksmith services across Leeds. Emergency call-outs, no call-out fee, fully insured & DBS checked. Lockouts, lock repairs, & UPVC fixes, I aim to be with you within 30 minutes.
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