Windows in Marchmont, Edinburgh

Sash restoration plus draught-proofing is the high-ROI move for owner-occupiers. For student-let landlords, the EPC-driver is mansard insulation paired with secondary glazing on the bay — cheaper than full sash replacement and lifts EPC band reliably. Prices from £185 per sash. Call 0800 193 1505.

The window stock in Marchmont

Marchmont's four-storey 1880-1900 tenements have large 2-over-2 sash and case windows facing the Meadows, often with stained-glass top lights on the bay returns. Top-floor flats almost always carry an extra dormer or skylight in the mansard. Student-let conversions mean many cords have been replaced piecemeal — and badly.

Planning and conservation in Marchmont

Marchmont sits in the South Edinburgh conservation area. May 2024 prior-approval rules apply to any principal-elevation change. Bay windows facing the Meadows always count as principal elevation. Rear-court elevations are usually permitted development. We confirm by reference at survey.

What we recommend here

Sash restoration plus draught-proofing is the high-ROI move for owner-occupiers. For student-let landlords, the EPC-driver is mansard insulation paired with secondary glazing on the bay — cheaper than full sash replacement and lifts EPC band reliably.

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Frequently asked questions

My Marchmont flat has stained-glass top lights — can they be retained?
Yes — we remove, catalogue, restore the lead came where needed, and rebed in restoration putty. Original Victorian stained glass adds £2,000-£5,000 to flat value and is rarely cost-effective to replace with new.
What's the fastest way to lift EPC in a Marchmont top-floor flat?
Mansard rafter insulation plus brush-pile sash draught-proofing typically delivers a full EPC band uplift for under £3,500 owner contribution — cheaper than full window replacement and faster to install.
Can I replace just the broken sash and keep the box?
Yes — single-sash replacement in matched Accoya or Douglas fir with profile matched to the surviving sash. £485-£685 per sash. We never quote box replacement unless the box is structurally rotten.
Do you work for landlords with multiple Marchmont flats?
Yes — portfolio rates for 5+ flats under one landlord or letting agent, with consolidated invoicing and scheduled tenant liaison. See our letting-agent windows service for details.

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