Maintenance for windows.

 

Windows are just like your car. You need to provide regular preventative maintenance to insure proper operation and appearance. At least once a year, we recommend twice a year, once in the spring and once in the fall you should inspect all of your windows.

 

Things you should check:

1.) Operation: Does the window open and close properly? At any point in the operation of the window does it take significantly more pressure to operate?

 

2.) Weather stripping: Has any of your weather stripping come loose, torn or deteriorated? All weather stripping is made of synthetic materials and in most cases is petroleum based, which means it can deteriorate due to U.V. rays. Hence it is common on the Southern most exposure of your home.

 

3.) Seal Failures: Much like weather stripping all insulated double pane windows are sealed with a synthetic material. There is a possibility that the material will deteriorate and cause a seal failure. The tell tale sign that you have a seal failure is if you have any moisture accumulating between the two panes of glass. This may cause water droplets to be visible inside the glass that you cannot wipe off. However, in most cases it will just cause a haze to appear in between the two panes and is most noticeable on sunny cold days.

 

4.) Interior: You will want to check the interior finish of your windows for any water stains or possible mold forming. You can do this by visually looking at the window. If you see any brown water stains or black areas appearing on the interior there is an issue that needs to be looked at by a professional. Often times it is nothing more than a result of condensation (see condensation issues on this page) or it might be a much larger problem that needs to be addressed immediately.

 

5.) Exterior: You will want to check the exterior for any damage, peeling or cracking paint, and over all appearance. All windows should be cleaned at least once a year using a mild cleaning agent like dish soap or car soap. We do not recommend using a high-pressure washer other than a hose with a nozzle.

 

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