repair windows in pre war house
Hi, I'm looking for some referrals for people who can and will repair old double/single hung windows - replace ropes, some glass, re-glaze, re-caulk, patch wood, etc. After reading up on the quality and endurance of windows manufactured from 1940 and before, it is apparent that people too often replace them as a matter of course with modern windows that are both not inexpensive and are far inferior to the old material and construction. Repaired and maintained old windows with properly installed storm windows are demonstrated to exceed the energy conservation of new windows. Read up on the issue of replace or repair at The Craftsman Blog and Old House Authority. My main guy can probably do this stuff but he may be occupied enough by the overall scope of the rehab that I need someone else to do the window project.