uPVC replacement windows
Survey and replacement of frames with appropriately specified uPVC windows and glazing.
Window Specialists Edinburgh
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Need replacement windows, repairs or glazing work in Edinburgh? Describe the property, window type and required change once, then compare window specialists who cover your area.
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Enter the postcode and explain whether the job is repair, like-for-like replacement, double glazing or a change of style or material. Include photos of the full elevation as well as the windows so suitable Edinburgh specialists can judge both the work and likely planning constraints.
Common window specialist services
What can window specialists in Edinburgh help with?
Choose a professional whose experience matches the scale and practical requirements of your job.
Sash windows
Repair, draught improvement or replacement of sash-style windows where proportions and historic appearance can matter.
Bay windows
Replacement or repair of multi-section bay windows where angles, support and access need careful measurement.
Blown double glazing
Replacing failed sealed glass units where condensation appears between panes but the existing frame remains serviceable.
Timber & aluminium windows
Alternative frame systems where appearance, maintenance, slim sightlines or heritage context shape the choice.
Doors, rooflights & glazing
Related glazed doors, rooflights and specialist openings where safety glazing, access and weathering need consideration.
How much do replacement windows cost?
Frame material, size, opening style and access all affect price. Current 2026 UK guidance gives these broad fitted examples:
£350–£600Standard uPVC casement
£600–£1,100uPVC sash window
£1,200–£2,800Bay-window guide
£55–£145Replacement sealed unit
Indicative UK guidance checked August 2026 from MyJobQuote. Edinburgh quotes vary with frame material, glass, floor level, access, making good and planning or listed-building constraints.
Compare like for like
Compare the product specification as well as the number of windows
Frame profile, glazing, ventilation, hardware and installation details can differ substantially even when two quotes list the same number of openings.
- List the number, rough size and opening style of each window.
- Say whether whole frames or only sealed glass units are being replaced.
- Mention listed-building or conservation-area status before manufacturing starts.
- Confirm trims, making good, disposal, ventilation and compliance documentation.
Cost sources: MyJobQuote 2026 uPVC window cost guide · MyJobQuote 2026 blown-window repair guide
Edinburgh window and heritage context
Edinburgh's 2024 window rules allow more permitted development, but listed buildings and the World Heritage Site remain stricter
Scottish permitted-development rights for replacement windows changed in May 2024, and Edinburgh now uses a prior-approval route for some front and road-facing windows in conservation areas. That flexibility does not extend in the same way to listed buildings or properties in the World Heritage Site.
Some conservation-area window replacements can now use permitted development or prior approval
Edinburgh says rear windows that are not on a principal elevation, and side windows that do not face a road, can be altered without planning permission in qualifying conservation-area cases. Front or principal-elevation windows and side windows facing a road can use the prior-approval process so the council can assess the replacement without a full planning application.
Source: City of Edinburgh Council — planning permission for windows
Listed buildings and the World Heritage Site remain outside those relaxed rules
The council states that the May 2024 changes do not apply to listed buildings or properties in the World Heritage Site, where owners should continue to apply for the relevant planning permission or listed-building consent. Before ordering windows, identify the building's status and agree the opening method, pane pattern, frame dimensions, material and colour.
Source: City of Edinburgh Council — planning permission for windows
Local to Edinburgh
Window Specialists covering Edinburgh
Window specialists may cover Edinburgh by postcode, frame type and property status. Example areas include:
LeithStockbridgeMarchmontMorningsideNew TownPortobelloCorstorphineBruntsfield
Send a full-elevation photo, not just a close-up
A window in a modern Corstorphine house is a different planning and design question from traditional sash-and-case windows in the New Town, Stockbridge or Marchmont. The surrounding elevation helps identify the likely constraints.
Check permission before ordering bespoke windows. For a listed building, World Heritage Site property or prominent conservation-area elevation, confirm the approval route and acceptable design before paying for manufacture.
How it works
Describe the windows once, then compare Edinburgh specialists
Window count, style, access and heritage status help installers judge product fit and survey requirements.
List the openings
Add the postcode, photos, number and style of windows, floor levels and whether frames or glass units are being replaced.
Hear from suitable specialists
Up to three interested Edinburgh window professionals can respond.
Compare product and fitting
Check reviews, frame and glass specification, warranty, installation, making good and permissions.
Before you hire
What should you check before hiring a window specialist?
The right window has to suit the building, perform properly and comply with any approval requirements that apply.
Confirm the full specification
Compare frame profile, opening style, glazing, hardware, ventilation and colour rather than only unit count.
Check permissions before ordering
For listed buildings or controlled conservation areas, establish the approval route before frames are manufactured.
Agree making good and certification
Ask who removes old units, repairs reveals and supplies relevant compliance documentation.
Questions
Window Specialists in Edinburgh: common questions
Useful answers before you post the job.
How much do replacement windows cost in Edinburgh?
Cost depends on size, material, glazing, opening style, access, repairs and whether bespoke heritage detailing is required. Compare quotes for the same specification.
Do replacement windows need planning permission in an Edinburgh conservation area?
Not always. Since May 2024 some changes can be permitted development, while front or road-facing windows may use prior approval. The exact elevation and property status matter.
What if my property is listed or in the World Heritage Site?
Edinburgh says the 2024 relaxed window rules do not apply in the same way there, so continue to check the relevant planning and listed-building consent requirements.
Can I post a window repair rather than full replacement?
Yes. Repairs, failed glazing, sash work and complete replacements can all be posted in this category.
Do I have to hire a window specialist who responds?
No. Up to three interested local professionals can respond and there is no obligation to hire.
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