HUNDREDS of traditional tenement homes in Govan have benefited from a window replacement programme.
The £760,000 initiative was led by Govan Housing Group, with the investment designed to improve comfort, reduce energy bills, and enhance the appearance of properties across the area.
Tenants living in 64 homes have already benefited from new double‑glazed windows. In the first year of the programme, 397 single‑glazed windows were replaced. A further 365 windows are scheduled for installation in the current financial year.
The works were delivered by Home Team, the group’s in‑house repairs and maintenance service. Home Team specialises in working with housing associations and in occupied homes, and also supports organisations across the central belt including Cernach Housing Association, Provanhall Housing Association and Elderpark Housing Association.
Home Team worked in partnership with Govan Housing Association and conservation specialists DO Architecture to ensure the window design was fit for purpose and complied with Glasgow City Council’s planning requirements. This process involved trialling the proposed windows in several pilot properties, allowing the team to assess different materials and installation methods.
Kris Docherty, head of Home Team, said, “Working closely with Govan Housing Association, we have delivered hundreds of new windows that demonstrate our ability to manage complex, multi‑property upgrade programmes while maintaining quality, safety and tenant satisfaction. This is exactly the type of work we excel at. We coordinate improvements in occupied homes, navigate challenges such as asbestos and ensure tenants feel supported throughout. Home Team continues to grow and more housing associations are choosing us because we understand the realities of delivering upgrades in people’s homes.”
Caron Quinn, chief executive of Govan Housing Group, added, “With more than 1,600 homes across Govan, we are committed to investing in our communities and improving the lives of our tenants. This window replacement programme is a key part of our multi‑million‑pound investment in our homes. It will help reduce energy bills, improve comfort and preserve the character of our traditional tenement stock.”
