Your home’s windows are one of the most important aspects of your home’s exterior, providing a wide array of benefits and functions. While of course, the first ones that come to mind are the natural light and ventilation they provide, your windows offer so many other benefits including protection from the elements and intruders, as well as insulation from the elements, and curb appeal! Considering how many benefits your windows provide, it is important to ensure that they are kept in good repair! However, the signs that your windows are damaged can often be subtle, and it can be hard to identify whether your windows need to be replaced! If you’re interested in learning more about the signs that your windows are failing that you may have missed, keep reading below for more information!
Condensation
The first sign that your windows are in need of replacing is when you find condensation between the panes. This is an indication that the windows are failing and allowing moisture in between the pains. While this won’t harm your home, unless the broken seal occurs on both panes, it means that the windows are losing their insulation and it will be difficult to see through the windows, so you will want to replace them.
Decaying Window Frames
Another indication that your windows are failing is when the frames are decaying. Since your windows are constantly exposed to the elements, if there are prolonged periods of moisture, either from consistent rain, or failure to evaporate due to the position of the windows relative to the sun/shade, it can cause your window frames to rot. If you’re finding that your window sills are decaying, the rest of the window unit won’t be far behind. Have your decaying windows replaced as soon as possible in order to keep your home safe & protected.
Drafts
Lastly, the most obvious sign that you’re in need of a window replacement is when you begin to feel drafts by them. Since your windows open & close, they are more apt to allow air leakage. However, over time the seals will fail, which will cause a significant amount of air leakage. This can seriously reduce your home’s energy efficiency, which means it is important to ensure that your leaking windows are repaired and addressed in order to keep your home well protected!
Contact Us Today
If you’re interested in replacing your home’s windows this summer, our team at DLM Remodeling is ready to assist! Reach out to our team today by giving us a call at (781) 789-8827 or by filling out our team’s online contact form! We look forward to hearing from you and assisting with your window replacement needs!
