Are you having window problems? Do you feel a draft inside your house even with the windows and doors closed? Do you encounter difficulty when opening or closing your doors? Or is your energy bill climbing? It is inevitable that your windows will need replacement after years of use. But some of us do not realize it until they fall off their hinges or frames.
Here Are 4 Clear Signs That It Is Time To Replace Your Windows:
1.
When You Feel Drafts In Your Home – It is normal for windows to allow a slight amount of air
infiltration, but when it is something that you can feel or notice, then it is
time to replace your windows. Overtime your windows will warp from exposure to
the elements especially from moisture making it too tight to operate or
creating gaps allowing air to penetrate which cannot be fixed by sealing and
weather stripping alone.
2.
When You Have Difficulty Shutting Or Opening Your Windows – Obviously, when you can't
open or close your windows properly anymore, then it is time to get new ones.
Windows often found in older homes such as double hung or single hung are
mostly the type to have issues with balance making it hard to open and close.
This also goes for wood and metal windows that has not been properly painted
since rot and rust can infest.
3.
When There Is Condensation Inside The Glass Of Multiple-Paned Windows - If you have multiple-paned
windows (double or triple), and you noticed a fog inside the glass,
condensation has likely happened because the seal failed and moisture is able
to enter the space between the panes of glass causing air to condensate on the
glass. When this happens, you need to replace your windows because the
insulated glass will no longer be able to create a barrier to cold air.
4.
When Your Energy Bill Shoots Up – If you are dipping deeper into your heating and cooling
budget than you normally do, then it is likely because your old window is no
longer energy efficient. It will be more cost-effective to replace them than to
try to improve their energy efficiency. Yes you will have to shell out some
amount but your new window will be worth the investment since it will lower
your heating and cooling costs, and sometimes even lighting costs.
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