™Has one of the windows in your Head of the Harbor house stopped closing tight, or does a door now catch on its frame? You may be bracing for new windows and a long approval process. It may not come to that: a repair is often enough.
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A Head of the Harbor project that changes the house runs on a monthly clock. Learn the village's timing, and find out early what a repair could do instead.
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Painted-shut sashes in the older houses
Some houses in the village are older than 1940, and a good number were built since 1980. In the older ones, wood sashes may be painted shut, with putty crumbling around old glass.
Freeing a sash and resetting its glass lets the house hold on to its early charm. The sash itself looks better when we are done. Ring 516-841-5048 about any sash that will not budge.
Get an EstimateBuilding permits go to a village review board
Head of the Harbor is a village in the Town of Smithtown, and it runs its own Building Department. The village requires building permits for alterations to existing structures. Its permit applications are reviewed by the Architectural Review Board, which may approve them, turn them down or suggest changes.
Ask the Building Inspector whether swapping a window or a door counts as an alteration. Say plainly that you hope to repair the old window, not replace it.
Paper forms and a monthly deadline
Village Hall is open Monday through Thursday, 9 to 2. To reach the board’s next meeting, a complete application with its fees is due by the second Monday of the month.
Miss that date, and the application may wait for the following meeting. So have the forms and fees ready ahead of that Monday.
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Window and Door Services in Head of the Harbor
Window Maintenance
Professional window maintenance keeps windows operating smoothly, prevents costly problems, improves energy efficiency, and extends the lifespan of existing systems.
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Historical Window Repair & Maintenance
Specialized historical window repair preserves original character, restores proper operation, improves performance, and maintains the architectural integrity of older properties.
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Interior/Exterior Door Repair & Adjustments
Professional interior and exterior door repair and adjustments to correct sticking, sagging, misalignment, drafts, locking problems, and difficult everyday operation.
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Patio Door Repair & Maintenance
Reliable patio door repair and maintenance for rollers, tracks, locks, handles, alignment, and seals to improve smooth operation and overall reliability.
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Hardware Maintenance & Replacement
Professional maintenance and replacement for door handles, locks, hinges, closers, and hardware to improve security, performance, reliability, and everyday operation.
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Rotten Wood Repair & Replacement
Rotten wood repair restores damaged frames, sashes, sills, and trim while preserving usable components and preventing further serious structural deterioration.
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Questions from Head of the Harbor homeowners
Can I email my building permit application to the village?
No. The village says it does not accept Building Department applications electronically. Pick up the forms at Village Hall, at 500 North Country Road, or print them from its website.
When can I talk to the Building Inspector?
The inspector works Tuesdays and Thursdays, by appointment. Call 631-584-5602 to set one up.
Our permit was approved last year, but the work never started. Is it still good?
The village says permits are valid for one year. If no certificate of occupancy has been issued by then, the permit must be renewed. Check with the Building Department before work begins.
Our plans may need more than one village board. Where does it start?
With a building permit application. The village calls it the starting point for every board application, from the Architectural Review Board to the Planning Board. The joint coastal board and the Zoning Board of Appeals start there too.
Do you also work in Huntington, Huntington Bay and Lloyd Harbor?
Yes. To the west of Head of the Harbor, we serve Huntington, Huntington Bay and Lloyd Harbor.
How do I get a price?
Call us or fill out the short form at the top of this page. The estimate is free.
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Storm Door Repair & Maintenance
Complete storm door repair and maintenance for hinges, closers, handles, screens, alignment, and seals to restore dependable operation and lasting results.
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Low-E Glass Upgrade
Low-E glass upgrades improve insulation, reduce heat transfer, block harmful UV rays, increase comfort, and enhance year-round window energy efficiency.
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Screen Repair & Replacement
Screen repair and replacement restores airflow, visibility, and protection from insects using durable materials fitted accurately to windows and doors.
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Commercial Window Service & Repair
Commercial window service keeps business properties secure, functional, and efficient through professional repairs, maintenance, and inspections.
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Window Installation
Professional window installation ensures proper fit, sealing, operation, and energy performance while improving comfort, durability, and overall property value.
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Interior/Exterior Door Installation
Professional interior and exterior door installation with precise fitting, proper alignment, secure hardware, effective sealing, smooth operation, and attractive results.
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Glass Replacement
Restore safety, clarity, comfort, and energy efficiency with professional service for damaged, cracked, foggy, or broken window and door glass.
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- Window Adjustment
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- Lock & Handle Replacement
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- Draft Repair
- Foggy Glass Replacement
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