ABC"s to House Window Replacement
Old houses suffer challenges due to aging and decrepit structures which normally translates into energy loss.
Windows tend to be the culprit as leaking seals and low quality materials cause heat to be lost in cold seasons and cool atmospheres to be non-existent in hot spells.
Thus, the usual thought which pops into mind is to come up with a plan to check window seals and fix those pesky windows.
A common misconception on the subject of fixing windows is the assumption that the whole window structure which consists of the frame, glass and its works are to be replaced.
To set matters right, house window replacement refers to the task of replacing some or most of the faulty components of a window excluding its frame.
Taking down a whole window, frame and all, is a major project on its own as it normally entails replacement of a wall or complete change of window design.
Most times, you just want to improve the capability of your windows to let light in, keep noise and moisture out as well as maintain indoor temperature regardless of season.
Before jumping the gun to do something about those problem windows, it's best to identify what the actual issues are so as to best formulate a sound strategy.
A simple method to check window seals is to get a friend to stand on the inside of each window and shine a torch light, trailing its light path along the window's frame and seal.
You, on the other hand, stand outside of the said window and watch for the telltale light peeping through any faulty seal.
With a carpenter's pencil or some colored chalk in hand, mark the problem areas.
Continue to do this for all windows.
Once completed, you then have some idea on the magnitude of your problems and gauge effort or cost required.
That will also help to decide on whether to attempt a house window replacement as a DIY project or better left in professional hands.
Before engaging professional help, take initial corrective actions.
If the existing seal is no longer working, easily replace with a new seal.
In the event your house has a tendency to accumulate humidity, improve the ventilation.
Lessen excessive noise by using curtains of a heavier material to filter noise.
Else replace your window panes with laminated glass.
Windows tend to be the culprit as leaking seals and low quality materials cause heat to be lost in cold seasons and cool atmospheres to be non-existent in hot spells.
Thus, the usual thought which pops into mind is to come up with a plan to check window seals and fix those pesky windows.
A common misconception on the subject of fixing windows is the assumption that the whole window structure which consists of the frame, glass and its works are to be replaced.
To set matters right, house window replacement refers to the task of replacing some or most of the faulty components of a window excluding its frame.
Taking down a whole window, frame and all, is a major project on its own as it normally entails replacement of a wall or complete change of window design.
Most times, you just want to improve the capability of your windows to let light in, keep noise and moisture out as well as maintain indoor temperature regardless of season.
Before jumping the gun to do something about those problem windows, it's best to identify what the actual issues are so as to best formulate a sound strategy.
A simple method to check window seals is to get a friend to stand on the inside of each window and shine a torch light, trailing its light path along the window's frame and seal.
You, on the other hand, stand outside of the said window and watch for the telltale light peeping through any faulty seal.
With a carpenter's pencil or some colored chalk in hand, mark the problem areas.
Continue to do this for all windows.
Once completed, you then have some idea on the magnitude of your problems and gauge effort or cost required.
That will also help to decide on whether to attempt a house window replacement as a DIY project or better left in professional hands.
Before engaging professional help, take initial corrective actions.
If the existing seal is no longer working, easily replace with a new seal.
In the event your house has a tendency to accumulate humidity, improve the ventilation.
Lessen excessive noise by using curtains of a heavier material to filter noise.
Else replace your window panes with laminated glass.
