Funding information checked: September 2026. Grants and loan schemes change. Always confirm eligibility with the organisation running the scheme before commissioning work.
Owners of traditional sash and case windows often ask whether public funding can help with repair, draught proofing or thermal improvement. The answer depends on the property, location, proposed work and the particular scheme. There is no single UK or Scottish grant that automatically pays for every sash-window project, but there are genuine routes worth checking.
Can you get a grant for sash window repairs in Scotland?
Sometimes. Local heritage schemes can support conservation-standard repairs in defined areas, while national energy schemes may offer loans or limited support for particular improvements. Funding should be treated as property- and scheme-specific rather than assumed to be available.
Stirling Traditional Window Repair Grant
For qualifying properties within the City of Stirling boundary, the Stirling Traditional Window Repair Grant supports conservation-standard repairs to historic and traditional windows and doors. Current published information states that eligible Council Tax Band A–F properties can receive 50% of grant-eligible costs and Band G properties 40%, up to a maximum of £7,500. Applicants must meet the Traditional Buildings Health Check requirements and should not begin work before receiving a formal grant award.
Properties in Dunblane, Bridge of Allan and Blairlogie are not eligible for that specific window grant, although Stirling City Heritage Trust says other repair funding may be available subject to scheme conditions. See our Stirling grant guide for a homeowner-focused explanation.
Home Energy Scotland: glazing and draught proofing
The Home Energy Scotland Grant and Loan currently lists up to £8,000 of loan funding for double glazing, triple glazing or secondary glazing used to improve single glazing. Grant funding is not currently available for glazing under this scheme. Draught proofing is listed as a secondary improvement with up to £125 loan and £375 grant funding, but secondary measures must be combined with an eligible primary improvement or renewable technology and all scheme conditions apply.
This distinction matters. A loan is not a grant, and a homeowner should not commission glazing on the assumption that it will be paid for by a non-repayable government grant.
Historic and listed buildings
Traditional and listed properties can have additional consent and conservation requirements. Funding bodies may also expect repairs to follow appropriate conservation standards. Before changing historic glass, glazing bars, sashes or cases, establish whether listed building consent or other permission is required. Our listed building and conservation window service explains the repair-first approach we use.
Which sash-window improvements may be relevant?
Depending on the scheme and the building, funding discussions may involve conservation repair, draught proofing, secondary glazing, shutters or other fabric-first improvements. Historic Environment Scotland advises retaining and improving existing sash windows wherever practical and identifies repair, draught proofing, shutters and secondary glazing as useful ways of reducing heat loss.
Before applying for funding
- Confirm the exact scheme and geographic eligibility.
- Check whether membership, an inspection or an energy report is required.
- Do not start work if the scheme prohibits retrospective applications.
- Ask whether listed building or planning consent is required.
- Obtain a clear quotation describing repair methods and proposed materials.
- Check whether VAT and professional fees are eligible costs.
- Keep the funding offer and contractor quotation separate: a contractor cannot guarantee a grant award.
Our role
The Sash & Case Window Company can inspect traditional timber windows and provide quotations for appropriate repair and improvement work. We do not award public funding and cannot guarantee that an application will be successful. Where a funding body specifies conservation standards, the scope of work should be agreed against those requirements before work begins.
Frequently asked questions
Is there a Scottish Government grant for replacing sash windows?
There is no universal grant that automatically pays for replacement sash windows. Current national and local schemes have specific eligibility rules, and Home Energy Scotland currently lists glazing as loan-funded rather than grant-funded.
Can secondary glazing receive funding?
Home Energy Scotland currently lists secondary glazing used to improve single glazing within its glazing loan category, subject to scheme rules. Local or building-specific programmes may differ.
Can I get funding for draught proofing?
Home Energy Scotland currently lists draught proofing as a secondary improvement with grant and loan support when combined with an eligible primary measure. Check the current terms before applying.
Should I start the work before my grant is approved?
No, not where the relevant scheme prohibits retrospective work. The Stirling Traditional Window Repair Grant specifically tells applicants not to start until a formal award and grant contract are in place.