Local Window Repair can repair old wood windows instead of replacing them, saving you a ton of money

By Mary Malik

What if I told you that your old, drafty, even rotting wood windows could be saved—saving you the time, hassle and cost of replacement windows? For the past five years, Olga and Eugene Shestakov, owners of Local Window Repair in Chesterland, have been maintaining and restoring their customers’ windows and doors with the goal of saving them money and often the integrity of their homes.

“Replacement windows are not always the answer,” says Olga. “We will do that when necessary, but our first intention is to save the existing windows by repairing the surrounding wood and screens, replacing broken seals, adjusting or replacing the hardware and even the glass. Many window companies won’t tell you that often windows can be repaired, saving customers the replacement cost.”

And it’s not always just the cost involved that makes us hesitant to replace our old windows. Olga says that many customers want to keep their old windows because they match the aesthetic of their old home.

“Often the original or older windows are important to maintain the integrity of the home,” says Olga. “We work with a lot of historical homes, where window replacement can be difficult due to odd sizes and other issues like certain window styles or types of glass. Homeowners often want to save their original windows because it keeps the home true to its original style.”

Olga says that Local Window Repair technicians are often called to a home to give a window replacement estimate and instead inform the customer that replacement is not necessary. Things like replacement of foggy window glass due to condensation buildup, window adjustment and servicing, replacement of rotting wood siding and other repairs will solve many issues and make the windows like new again.

As a family owned and local business, Local Window Repair takes pride in the fact that they are helping their community maintain their homes and save some money along the way. The window and door technicians that arrive at your home are the friends and family of Olga and Eugene.

“Eugene does all of the estimates himself and is present at every job,” says Olga. “It’s a small crew, but we can handle any sized job. It’s important to us that each job is completed to the customer’s satisfaction. And they appreciate our attention to detail.”

The carpenter at Local Window Repair has over 30 years of experience—just one more detail that makes them so unique in the window and door business.

“We want people to know that we can replace their windows and doors when absolutely necessary, or if that is what they’re looking for,” says Olga. “But our first priority is to provide options. That is what really sets us apart in this industry.”

The technicians at Local Window Repair are trained to first inspect your windows for alternatives to replacement. Again, at Local Window Repair, it’s all about giving you options.

“Many customers call for things like loose window screens or tears in the screening,” says Olga. “These things are common when children and pets lean against the screen. We also offer a mobile service to replace screens quickly and affordably. Now that you have found us, you never have to search for window repair and installation service again.”

Local Window Repair is located in Chesterland and also services homes and businesses in Eastlake, Willowick, Beachwood, Wickliffe and Lyndhurst. For more information, call Local Window Repair at 440-346-0586 or visit localwindowrepairohio.com.