Part of avoiding costly repairs for your windows is watching out for the earliest signs of problems. Nevertheless, do you know exactly what are you supposed to look for? Renewal by Andersen® of Wyoming lists the seven common signs that show up on windows in Cheyenne, WY, and the problems that cause them.
1. Condensation Along the Bottom Part of the Glass
This type of condensation usually appears if it gets too humid indoors. Fortunately, it doesn’t always mean that your windows are faulty. Nevertheless, condensation could encourage mold growth, so you need to ensure better ventilation.
2. Fogging Between Glass Panes
Double-paned windows have an airtight gap designed to improve a window’s thermal resistance. If you see water droplets or signs of fogging on the inner side of the glass panes, it means the airtight seal has been breached and that the glass can no longer provide proper insulation. At Renewal by Andersen, our professional installers will ensure that your windows are sealed to prevent this problem.
3. Wood-Frame Window Is Stuck
Wood-framed windows are durable, but they can be very sensitive to moisture. When it gets too humid, the wood can absorb some of that moisture, causing the window frame to swell a bit. This can make the window more difficult to operate, since the frame becomes too snug to let the sash slide smoothly. Fortunately, our windows, including double hung windows in Gillette, WY, feature Fibrex® frames. They will not swell, contract, or expand.
4. Leaks Form When It Rains
If you’re seeing leaks around your window when it’s raining, you should check if your window is properly closed. If the leaks are gone, problem solved! Otherwise, it could mean that the leak is caused by a problem in the roof or the siding, especially if the leaks are happening near the top edge of the window frame. Our Fibrex frames ensure that our windows will not cause your home to have leak problems.
5. Drafts
These are a sure sign that your window is no longer forming an airtight seal when closed. This usually happens when the weatherstripping is worn out. Weatherstripping can be sealed if it’s mostly intact, but if it’s already peeling off or missing a few chunks, replacement is the only option. Choose from our range of replacement window options, from picture to casement window in Douglas, WY. Our windows are sure to be beautiful, durable, and energy-efficient.
Call Renewal by Andersen of Wyoming at (307) 439-1041 or fill out our contact form to know more about our replacement windows.
