1930 Double glazed windows

[Mkhan]

Hello guys

Posting my first thread here.
Two months ago, i have replaced our Victorian 1930 timber windows (including 2 bays) with UPVC through a 3rd party. Though i asked them that why there is uneven roof boards during and after the works completed. 3rd party said it's all normal when timber windows were taken out.

My question, is that normal to see uneven roof boards or do i need to worry about? I have attached few picture before and after the works.

FYI:
3rd party installed aluminium rods within the windows pillars to support the weight.

Thanks.

 

[freddiemercurystwin]

You should change your username, everyone can see your email address.

 

[Mkhan]

Thanks, unfortunately website allows username to be change after some duration i guess.

 

[Odds]

Click on your icon at the top right of the page. Go to Account Details and click on the button to ask the moderator for a name change. Just think of a name to use and they'll do the rest.

 

[blup]

Had my wooden boards replaced when upvc windows were installed. They ripped out the wooden ones, added some new framing and replaced with plastic boards. It was neater than boarding over the existing although that is an option .

Blup

 

[cwhaley]

Sad to see the original 1930s windows taken out

The timber on your soffits may well be original. My 1940s house has timber soffits which look just the same, and they are as uneven as yours with broken/flakey paint. Totally normal looking at your pictures. One day I'm going to scrape the loose paint off and re-paint mine.

 

[Mkhan]

Thanks everyone for your valued input.

Yes, i have contacted their helpdesk to assist in changing the username.

That's reassuring to me that all is normal as you have suggested. I have that plan of sanding the old paint, and put fresh paint.

I agree, replacing timber with UPVC wasn't easy pill to swallow, however we opted because of high heating cost (in range of £350 during winters just for gas). However, personally i feel the same as you as old timber windows were so elegant (with stained glass). But mistake has been made by myself and i have learnt a lot.

As you said, i would also suggest (as it's later on someone else choice) that don't replace timber with UPVC windows. You will get the warmth of heating, but you will loose hell of home elegance.

From next onwards, i would consider you fellow members before taking any drastic decision.

Many thanks all.