Leaking kitchen window

[Debz09]

Our window to the kitchen which is at the side of the house leaks in from top of the pane in th centre of window after it rains for a couple of days. We've had the roof redone as we thought it could be that but still leaking. Could it be the lintel or need repointing any suggestions?

[PigletJohn]

Is it a plastic window?

How old is the window and the house?

Photos would help.

[Debz09]

The house was built in 1950s and the window, which is plastic , is about 3 yrs old if that. I've attached a picture my hubby has took

[PigletJohn]

Picture of the outside please, showing the top of the windowframe, the lintel if there is one, the wall above, and the gutter above.

[Debz09]

Hope these are ok

[PigletJohn]

The water might be coming from leaks in the bathroom or the pipework above.

However looking at the cracked brickwork above the window, and the gap on the inside, I think the window is badly fitted and has moved. The brickwork might originally have been supported by a sturdy wooden window frame and might lack a lintel. Ask around for a recommended local person who repairs double-glazed windows (there will be one) but not one of the window replacement companies.

If there is a dip in the top of the windowframe it is being crushed.

It is surprisingly easy to take out and refit a window.

You can see if the windows have a guarantee, but I fear it will be worthless.

[EmmanuelleMumsnet]

Hi there OP, we're going to move this to the Property/DIY topic, where you'll hopefully get some more replies.