Curtain Repair Services Guide

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02/07/25, 14:04

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Curtain Repair Services Guide

Scope of Works

• Initial inspection of fabric, linings, heading tape, hooks and track. • Fabric mending: stitch or patch small tears and reinforce weakened seams. • Hook & ring replacement: swap out broken or missing hooks, rings or gliders. • Heading tape renewal: restitch or replace worn tape for proper pleating. • Track & runner service: clean, lubricate or replace runners and repair bent tracks. • Re-hanging and adjustment: re-hang curtains for even stack-back and drape. • Final quality check of operation, alignment and appearance.

Typical Cost (inc. VAT)

Charge type	Low £	High £	Notes
Call-out / minimum	£60	£100	Standard diagnostic and first-hour fee.
Labour per hour	£30	£50	Curtain and track repair rate Airtasker.
Materials	£5	£20	Hooks, rings, tape, gliders, fabric patches.
Disposal	£0	£10	Removal of old components and light debris.
Extras (e.g. track replacement)	£20	£100	New runners, bespoke track sections or motor servicing.
TOTAL (most jobs come in here)	£115	£280	Rounded all-in range for a single curtain repair, including minor track servicing.

Time on Site

Typical duration: 1–2 hours per window. Factors extending duration:

Multiple or large windows with heavy drapes.
Complex track systems (e.g. electric or bay-window tracks).
Extensive fabric damage requiring large patches or heading replacement.
Access challenges for high or awkwardly positioned tracks.

Questions to Ask Your Trade

Are you insured and do you carry public liability cover for on-site repairs?
Can you source matching hooks, rings or gliders to suit my existing track?
Will you restitch or replace heading tape, and is that included in your quote?
Do you clean and lubricate the track and runners as part of the service?
How do you handle heavy or lined curtains, and are there extra charges?
Do you offer any fabric or workmanship guarantee on your repairs?
Can you provide before-and-after photos of similar repair jobs?

How to Avoid Surprises

Ensure clear access to windows and remove obstacles beneath the track.
Reserve parking space close to your entrance for rapid call-out.
Inform the technician of electric tracks or motorised systems in advance.
Ask for a written quote with details of call-out, labour, materials and any extras.
Confirm whether fabric samples will be taken for colour-matching repairs.