Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Home Improvement Experts in Reading
Established in 1959, Lafford & Leavey has built a reputation as a trusted family-run business specialising in bespoke home improvement solutions. Our expertise spans the design, manufacture, and installation of high-quality windows, doors, conservatories, and custom joinery, serving homeowners across Reading and surrounding areas. As a FENSA-registered company, we prioritise compliance with building regulations while maintaining a commitment to craftsmanship and customer satisfaction. With over six decades of local experience, our team combines traditional values with modern technology to deliver tailored solutions that enhance both the aesthetics and functionality of residential properties. We pride ourselves on transparency, offering fixed-price quotes and ensuring minimal disruption during installation, as evidenced by our 4.9-star Google reviews.From period-appropriate uPVC sliding sash windows to energy-efficient composite doors, our services cater to both contemporary and heritage properties, reflecting our adaptability and deep understanding of evolving customer needs.
Services
Windows
Doors
Conservatories
Fascia & Guttering
Secondary Glazing
Bespoke Joinery
Details
- Year established: 1959
Highlights and features
- Family-run business with 60+ years of local expertise
- FENSA registered for guaranteed regulatory compliance
- Full-service provider from consultation to installation
- Specialists in listed building renovations with modern solutions
- Award-winning customer service with 4.9-star Google reviews
Associations and certifications
- FENSA
What people say
Outstanding craftsmanship
Minimal disruption during installation
Perfectly matched period property aesthetics
Competitive pricing
Excellent aftercare service
Services
Composite Doors
Our composite doors combine GRP, timber, and uPVC for superior security and thermal efficiency. Available in 12 standard colours with optional glazed panels and decorative glass, these doors suit both modern and traditional properties. Each installation includes multi-point locking systems and draught-proofing, with a 10-year manufacturer's guarantee.
uPVC Windows
We offer casement, sash, and tilt-and-turn uPVC windows in energy-efficient A+ rated profiles. Custom configurations include obscure glass options and heritage-style flush sash designs. All installations meet current building regulations with optional trickle vents and reinforced frames for enhanced security.
Conservatories
Victorian, lean-to, and orangery conservatories constructed with thermally efficient aluminium or uPVC frameworks. Double-glazed units with low-E glass coatings ensure year-round usability. Bespoke design service includes roof upgrades to tiled or solid constructions for improved insulation.
Fascia and Guttering
Durable uPVC fascia boards and guttering systems with integrated ventilation features. Available in 9 standard colours to match property exteriors. Includes soffit installation with insect mesh and reinforced brackets for improved load-bearing capacity against heavy rainfall.
Secondary Glazing
Acoustic secondary glazing units achieving up to 48dB sound reduction. Ideal for listed buildings where primary window replacement isn't permitted. Slimline aluminium frames with magnetic seals provide draught-proofing while maintaining original window aesthetics.
People
Paul Lafford
Managing Director
Third-generation home improvement specialist with 45 years industry experience. Leads the company with a focus on maintaining family values while introducing modern manufacturing techniques. Holds Level 3 FENSA accreditation for compliance oversight.
Chris
Senior Installer
Certified composite door specialist with 18 years installation experience. Completes 120+ door installations annually, specialising in heritage property adaptations while maintaining thermal efficiency standards.
Will
Lead Window Fitter
Master craftsman with expertise in period window installations. Trained in traditional joinery techniques while proficient in modern uPVC and aluminium systems. Completes complex listed building projects requiring exact replication of historical details.
Questions
Do you work on listed buildings?
Yes, we specialise in listed building renovations with period-appropriate materials and techniques. Our team has completed over 200 heritage projects while maintaining modern energy efficiency standards.
What window materials do you offer?
We provide uPVC, aluminium, and composite options. Each material meets current thermal efficiency regulations, with custom finishes available to match traditional and contemporary property styles.
Can I get a custom door design?
Our online door builder allows 12 colour choices, 8 glass options, and multiple hardware configurations. For complex requirements, our designers create bespoke solutions matching specific architectural styles.
How long does installation take?
Most window replacements complete within 1-3 days. Conservatory installations typically require 2-4 weeks from survey to completion, depending on project complexity and weather conditions.
What guarantees do you provide?
We offer a 10-year manufacturer's guarantee on windows and doors, plus a 2-year workmanship warranty. All installations include FENSA certification for regulatory compliance.
Are your prices fixed?
Yes, we provide written fixed-price quotes with no hidden fees. Payment schedules require 25% deposit, with the balance due upon completion to customer satisfaction.
Reviews (2)
James Atkinson
Aug 30, 2022
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We have just had 6 windows and a door replaced by the lads, Will and Cal and they have done a superb job. The door was replaced with a picture window which adds a whole new dimension to our lounge. The quality of the products and the attention to detail whilst installing them was second to none. From the initial contact with the Boss to the prep work and installation by the hard working guys, I cannot recommend L&L enough. Many thanks.
Sue Wareham
Sep 03, 2019
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We've had our glass roof replaced with a new lightweight one all the Laffords tradesmen did a grand job the room is now used continuously and nice and cool in the recent heat
