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Wooden windows repaired and fitted in Gauteng
Innocent Ndou of Ennos Projects repairs and fits wooden windows, from frames that stick or rot to new windows in an existing opening. Innocent is based in Muldersdrift on the West Rand and travels across Gauteng for window work. To get a quote, WhatsApp photos of each window, inside and outside, with the width and height, to 084 602 2030.
- Anywhere in Gauteng
- Weekdays & weekends
- Quote from photos
Wooden windows by Innocent Ndou
Wooden windows look warm and suit older homes and farmhouses, but they need care in the Highveld climate. Hot sun dries and cracks the paint or varnish, then summer rain gets into the bare wood. The bottom rail and sill usually rot first, and swollen frames start sticking or will not close properly.
Innocent can cut out rotten sections and let in new wood, ease windows that stick, fix loose joints, and sand, seal and paint the frames so they shed water again. Where a frame is too far gone, a new wooden window can go into the same opening. Burglar bars can then be made to fit the new window.
What the job can cover
- Repairing rotten sills and bottom rails
- Easing windows that stick or swell
- Fixing loose or broken joints
- New wooden windows in existing openings
- Sanding, sealing and painting frames
- Replacing worn hinges and stays
Can my wooden window be repaired, or does it need replacing?
- 1A screwdriver sinks easily into the sill or bottom rail.
- 2The window sticks in summer and rattles in winter.
- 3Paint or varnish has cracked and the wood underneath has gone grey.
- 4The joints at the corners have opened up.
- 5Water collects on the inside sill after rain.
- 6The window will not close or lock properly.
Send these on WhatsApp for a faster quote
- Each window from outside and from inside, fully closed.
- Close-ups of the sill, bottom rail and corners, where rot usually starts.
- Width and height of the frame in millimetres.
- Which parts open, and any that will not close.
Getting ready for the job
Take down curtains and blinds from the windows being worked on, and move furniture away from those walls. An opening may be left uncovered for a while during a repair or replacement, so plan for security and keep pets inside. Sanding makes dust, and fresh paint or sealer needs dry weather to cure.
- 1Send the jobWhatsApp photos, your suburb and what you need.
- 2Get a quoteInnocent replies to talk price and timing. Bigger jobs may need a look first.
- 3Job doneA date is set and the work gets done.
Where
Wooden windows across Gauteng
Innocent is based in Muldersdrift and takes wooden windows jobs all over the province. Pick your area for local details.
Johannesburg
Vaal
FAQ
Wooden windows: questions people ask
How much does it cost to repair a wooden window?
It depends on how much wood has rotted, the size and style of the window, how many windows there are, and if painting or sealing is included. A window that only sticks is a smaller job than one with a rotten sill. Send photos and sizes on WhatsApp to 084 602 2030 for a quote.
Is it worth repairing old wooden windows?
Often, yes, especially in older homes where the windows suit the house. If the rot is limited to the sill or one rail, a repair keeps the original frame. If most of the frame is soft, replacing it can be the better choice. Innocent will tell you which applies from your photos.
Why do wooden windows stick in summer?
Bare or poorly sealed wood soaks up moisture during the summer rains and swells, so the sash binds in its frame. Easing the edges helps for now, but sealing and painting every side of the wood is what stops it happening again next season.
How do I look after wooden windows?
Keep the paint or varnish in good condition and touch up cracks before water gets in. Check the sills each winter, keep drainage gaps clear, and wipe off water that collects on the inside. Catching rot early keeps the repair small.
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Send a WhatsApp with a photo and your suburb. Innocent works anywhere in Gauteng.
Page last updated 7 November 2026.