Midlothian · Scotland
uPVC Repair for Howgate homes
We travel to Howgate for scratch, chip, burn and hole repairs to uPVC windows, doors and sills. Everything is done in place, and the work is guaranteed.
- Repairs from £95
- Chips and dents
- Damage during building work
About our uPVC repair in Howgate
The damage is filled and refinished to match the frame, woodgrain finishes included. Builders and developers use us for snagging repairs too. We work on white uPVC, doors & door panels and window frames & sills, and the jobs we see most are holes from removed fittings and alarms and damage during building work.
Peace of mind is built in: our one-year guarantee applies to every job, and we’ll explain exactly what it covers when we quote. Clean with warm soapy water and a soft cloth. Avoid solvents and abrasive cleaners.
- Location
- Howgate (EH26)
- County
- Midlothian
- Guarantee
- A year, on every repair
- Quotes
- From £95. Free and fixed, from your pictures
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
What we can’t put right
In fairness, some problems need a different fix:
- Failed or misted double glazing units
- Broken locks, hinges or mechanisms
- Frames that are warped or out of square
Not sure? Send photos and we’ll give you a straight answer before booking.
Surfaces we repair
- Coloured and woodgrain uPVC
- Doors & door panels
- Window frames & sills
- Conservatory frames
- White uPVC
Questions from Howgate
Is it messy?
Very little mess: we sheet and mask everything nearby, and we take our waste away with us.
Is it safe with children and pets around?
Yes, as long as they stay out of the room we’re working in. We’ll let you know when it’s safe to use again.
Is a repair better than a new one?
Generally, yes. Replacement brings removal, refitting and making good, which a repair avoids. If it isn’t worth repairing, we’ll tell you.
Can you do more than one item on the same visit?
Yes, and it’s often cheaper. Send pictures of everything together and we’ll quote them together.
Do I have to be there?
Yes. The technician needs access to the room for the visit, at a time that suits you.
I rent my home. Can I book you?
We can work for tenants, landlords or agents. Get your landlord’s agreement first.
What happens next?
We check the damage, the material and your postcode, then reply with a quote with dates.
How soon can you come?
Your quote comes with available dates. Tell us if you need it done quickly.
Repair or replace in Howgate?
A new window, door or sill costs far more, and it may not match the rest after years of weathering. Repairing the damage keeps the original. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. Every job is a little different, so each one is priced on its own. The size and type of damage, the material and access all make a difference, and doing several things on one visit costs less than separate visits.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Howgate
- Colour-matched on site
- CHAS and Constructionline accredited
- Honest advice, even when it means no job
- A year’s guarantee on all work
Read our full price list.
What uPVC repair costs
Repairs from £95. We charge the same across the UK, including Howgate. What changes the price is:
- Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
- The colour and finish to match
- Access to the area
- What the surface is made of
The price depends on how much damage there is and what kind, what it’s made of and how many jobs we combine into one visit. You get a fixed quote from your pictures, so you know the cost before booking.
Quotes from your photos
Photographing the damage takes a minute, and it saves a visit. Try to send:
- Something in shot to show the size
- Any earlier repairs or coatings
- One picture of the entire window, door or sill
- The postcode, so we can plan the visit
We price from photos so you do not have to wait in for a survey. Use the quote form, or ring 0345 017 0787 to talk it through, and you’ll get a fixed figure back.
Landlord and trade work in Howgate
We also carry out snagging repairs for builders and developers, putting right damage done during fitting so nothing needs replacing. We hold CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accreditations.
Hotels, guest houses and holiday lets can’t afford rooms out of action for long, so most of our work is done in a single visit. We can work around your bookings.
Towns and villages near Howgate
What else we do in Howgate
Should I try a DIY kit first?
It’s natural to want to try a repair yourself. The trouble is that kit repairs frequently look fine at first and then fail, and then the old filler has to be removed first.
Kits are cheap and easy to find, but many of the jobs we do start with putting right a DIY repair. Doing it properly first is generally the cheaper route.
What happens on the day
The work is clean and fairly quiet, so you can stay at home while we are there. We protect the area first, then the work takes a few hours. Before we leave, we explain how soon it can be used and how to look after it.
- First the frame or panel is cleaned.
- We fill scratches, chips and holes.
- The repair is sanded smooth.
- The finish is colour-matched, woodgrain included.
- We blend the repair into the surrounding surface.
Before we arrive
- Ensure the area is dry
- Keep pets and children out of the room while we work
- Let us know about parking or access
Getting a price
Ring 0345 017 0787, or send us photos through the quote form. With one close-up and one wider picture, we can price the job the same day in most cases.
Related advice
Do you need uPVC repair in Howgate?
uPVC is tough but not indestructible: ladders and building work leave scratches and chips, candles and cigarettes mark sills, and old fittings leave holes.
Get in touch if you’ve noticed:
- Holes from removed fittings and alarms
- Scratches from ladders and furniture
- Burns on sills
- Chips and dents
Questions to ask before booking
- Who turns up on the day
- How your room will be protected
- How soon you can use it again
- What happens if the damage is worse than the photos show
Howgate and the surrounding area
Howgate is about 2 miles south-east of Penicuik, in Midlothian. We agree a date that works for you, and you’ll know when to expect us, so you’re not left waiting in all day. We cover 33 places across Midlothian. Our jobs stretch from Howgate to Edinburgh (about 9 miles away).
Postcode districts we cover here: EH26. Other places close to Howgate include Penicuik (2 miles north-west), Milton Bridge (3 miles north), Silverburn (3 miles north-west), Swanston (6 miles north) and Bonaly (6 miles north). Larger places within reach include Bonnyrigg (6 miles north-east), Dalkeith (8 miles north-east), Loanhead (5 miles north), Gorebridge (6 miles east), Newtongrange (7 miles north-east) and Mayfield (8 miles north-east).
Local landmarks in Howgate
Typical jobs here are in homes near Penicuik High School, Howgate Church and Wellington School and the streets around them. Other landmarks nearby include Ravensneuk Castle (1.6 miles west) and Penicuik Paper Heritage Museum (1.1 miles north-west). Not far away are Turnhouse Hill and Edgelaw Reservoir.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
