Business Details
43 Years
experience
Bespoke Joinery Experts in Ormskirk
Established in April 1983 by John Birch, Ormskirk Windows & Joinery is a family-owned business dedicated to delivering high-quality joinery services. Our ethos centres on providing a personal, non-pressured service, offering free surveys and quotations while allowing customers to make informed decisions at their own pace. With over four decades of experience, we specialise in bespoke joinery projects ranging from simple window replacements to complex oak window installations for landmark buildings like a London convent. Our commitment to excellence extends to innovative solutions such as slimline secondary glazing for listed properties and energy-efficient conservatory construction. We maintain rigorous standards across all projects, whether large-scale commissions or minor repairs, ensuring every client receives tailored attention.Our expertise includes hardwood and UPVC window and door manufacturing, bi-fold systems, and roofline upgrades using sustainable materials. We also provide maintenance services for existing installations, regardless of the original installer, and offer CAD design visualisations for conservatories and extensions. Our team combines traditional craftsmanship with modern techniques, including on-site timber repairs to preserve historic sash windows. Special projects, such as hand-carved rocking horses and custom woodturning, showcase our versatility and dedication to unique client needs. This enduring focus on quality, adaptability, and customer-centric service has allowed us to build multi-generational relationships within our community.
Services
Windows
Doors
Conservatories
Joinery Manufacturing
Special Projects
Details
- Year established: 1983
Highlights and features
- Family-owned since 1983 with four decades of joinery expertise
- Free surveys and non-pressured consultations available
- Specialise in heritage-sensitive replacements for listed buildings
- Offer on-site timber repairs to preserve original window frames
- Provide CAD visualisation for conservatory and extension projects
Services
Windows
We manufacture and install made-to-measure windows in hardwood and UPVC, including circular designs and listed building replacements. Our slimline secondary glazing systems offer noise reduction and heat retention while preserving original aesthetics. Bespoke options and installation services ensure tailored solutions for heritage and modern properties alike.
Doors
From single hardwood doors to composite entrance systems with advanced security locks, we provide comprehensive door solutions. Our range includes bi-fold options in hardwood, UPVC, and aluminium, alongside shopfront installations. All products combine aesthetic appeal with enhanced security features for residential and commercial applications.
Conservatories
Offering free CAD design visualisation and construction services, we create custom conservatories with insulated bases to prevent cold floors. Our designs integrate seamlessly with existing architecture while meeting building control standards. We provide full project management from planning to completion for durable, energy-efficient extensions.
Joinery Manufacturing
Our workshop produces bespoke windows, doors, staircases, and gates using sustainably sourced hardwood and softwood. High-performance designs include 24mm double glazing units and draught-sealed systems. We specialise in both traditional craftsmanship and modern manufacturing techniques for residential and commercial clients.
Special Projects
We undertake unique joinery commissions including hand-carved rocking horses and decorative woodturning. These one-off projects utilise reclaimed materials and traditional techniques, completed on an hourly rate basis. Recent work includes ornamental finials for Isle of Wight properties with historical significance.
People
John Birch
Founder
John Birch established Ormskirk Windows & Joinery in 1983, combining traditional craftsmanship with modern techniques. His award-winning work includes hand-carved rocking horses and complex joinery projects, demonstrating a lifelong commitment to quality and innovation in bespoke woodworking solutions.
Questions
Do you work on listed buildings?
Yes, we specialise in replacing windows and doors for listed buildings while maintaining original design characteristics and sections to preserve historical integrity.
Can you repair existing windows?
We offer on-site timber repairs for sash windows using portable machinery, replacing rotten sections without requiring full window replacement.
Do you provide visualisation tools?
Yes, we use CAD software to superimpose conservatory or extension designs onto photographs of your property for better visual planning.
What materials do you use?
We work with sustainably sourced hardwood, softwood, UPVC, and aluminium, offering tailored solutions for both traditional and modern properties.
Are your doors secure?
All doors include modern high-security locking systems, with options for composite doors and bi-fold systems meeting current safety standards.
Do you offer maintenance services?
Yes, we provide repair services for windows and doors regardless of original installer, including hardware replacements and annual maintenance checks.
