Frequently asked Questions.

 

• If I replace my single glazed windows with double glazing, will it look the same?
  
  Yes it will, the window is still manufactured by Crittall, with steel sections almost identical to the original.  There are no other window in the market that comes close to the original.
   
• Do you do aluminium or plastic windows?
  
  No, we are specialist in supply only & supply & fit Crittall Steel Windows.
   
• Do you cover my area?
  
  We are the largest distributors in the country.  We cover the whole of the south and south east of England, including Greater London.
   
• Do you have to do a site visit to provide a quote?
  
  No, nearly all of our estimates are carried out by digital photos of property or building elevations.  Through our extensive knowledge of the product, we are able to provide a breakdown of costs with illustrations.  Subject to customer response, we would then carry out a full and detailed site survey.
   
• How long have your fitters been working for Lightfoot Windows?
  
  We have two teams of fitters that have been installing our windows for eight and ten years respectively.
   
• Are you open on a Saturday?
  
  We can by appointment arrange meetings at our head office, or carry out installations.  This is subject to the customer needs and requirements.
   
• How long will it take?
  
  From acceptance of deposit.  There is a manufacturing lead time of ten to twelve weeks.  However will endeavour to arrange to start the work at the earliest convenience.
   
• I have an extension being built, can I have the windows installed ASAP?
  
  We would always recommend that the window installation be carried out at the latter stages of the build.  This is because the steel, glass & mastic are installed as a finished product.  Plastering, rendering and painting, can spoil & discolour the product before completion.  Timber sub frames are recommended to be installed earlier.
   
• Can you provide Timber Sub Frames?
  
  Yes, we provide all size frames, from single light to facetted bays, including various internal details, recreating the original features.  All in a range of woods, from soft wood to oak.
   
• Do I have to arrange scaffolding?
  
  As sub contractors, we can use existing scaffold, providing adequate access is available.  As main contractors, we can erect scaffold to suit our access requirements.
   
• Do my windows apply to Building Regulations?
  
  Yes, there are various methods of compliance, both for existing and new build projects.  We are a FENSA registered company and we must meet all criteria to do so.