A handle that spins freely, snaps, or turns but doesn't move the lock is one of the most common window faults and one of the cheapest to fix — typically £45–£95 including the part and the visit.
Window handles are not universal. The variables are the spindle size (usually 7mm on windows), the spindle length, the screw centres (43mm and 20mm are both common), the handedness, and whether it is an inline or cranked handle. Get any of those wrong and the handle will not fit or will not throw the lock.
We carry the common patterns, so most handle jobs are done in a single visit.
| Job | Typical cost |
|---|---|
| Window or door handle replaced per handle | £40 – £100 |
| Friction hinge replaced per hinge | £60 – £110 |
| Lock / locking mechanism replaced per lock | £80 – £180 |
Ranges include VAT and installation. Final price depends on size, spec, access and site condition — a survey gives you a fixed number.
The spindle has usually sheared, or the handle is no longer engaging the gearbox inside the sash. It is a handle replacement in most cases, occasionally a gearbox — either way it is a repair, not a new window.
£45–£95 fitted, including the part. If the underlying problem is the locking gear rather than the handle, expect £80–£180.
Physically yes, but handles are not universal — spindle size, spindle length, screw centres and handing all vary. Ordering the wrong one is the usual outcome. If the handle is stiff rather than broken, the real fault is often a dropped sash, and swapping the handle will not fix it.
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