Double Glazing Window Repair

Over time, double glazing can develop issues. For instance, it may become difficult to open the windows or have doors that are snagged. These issues can be easily fixed.

Many homeowners will attempt to fix these issues on their own but this should be left to the experts. It is dangerous to attempt to fix these problems without the right tools and knowledge.

Broken Panes

A window that is damaged is a frustrating and annoying problem. It can let hot or cold air in your home and create a gap that allows in debris or moisture. This can affect your energy efficiency as your AC or furnace will need to work harder in order to keep your home cool. You may be able dependent on the weather conditions and whether your windows are single-paned or double paned to repair the damage temporarily using silicone sealant. A permanent fix requires professional help.

Tape with a high-performance adhesive can be used to fix a damaged or cracked window. A strip of tape can be placed over the crack to prevent it from becoming worse. However, a crack that goes all through the glass or that is too big to be covered with tape will require to be replaced entirely.

Broken glass can result from numerous factors: a stray pebble from the lawnmowers that hits the window; an unintentionally placed drink heavily on a glass-topped table or a pet's exuberant jump when you open the door. The frames of your windows can change over time and break the plastic that holds the glass sheets.

If you've broken a glass pane, put on thick work gloves and put a cardboard box nearby to catch the fragments. Remove the sash and work on an even surface, like tables. Wear a mask to avoid breathing in the glass shattering.

Once the old glass is removed, clean any varnish or paint that is on the frame of the window. You can use a heat gun to soften old glazing putty or metal glazing points that held the glass in position.

Then you can determine the opening of the new glass. You should always order your replacement glass slightly smaller than the original opening to allow for expansion and contraction. You can request that your local hardware store or home center cut it to these dimensions.

Once you have the glass, you can press it into the frame. If there are gaps, fill them in with silicone caulk, which you can purchase at a local home improvement store. Then, smooth the caulk with a putty knife. Add glaziers' points to the frames and corners of the glass approximately every six inches to ensure that the pane is held securely.

Condensation

Whether your double glazing windows are old or new, it's fairly common for them to develop condensation. This is particularly true in winter, when colder air meets warm glass. It could be a problem but it's not typically an issue. Condensation on windows is an indication that your double glazing system is operating correctly.

However, it can be a sign that the seal is failing and water is flowing through the crack between the window panes. You may notice a milky look on the window or beads appearing on its surface. This will need to be addressed to prevent mold, mildew, or other damage.

Condensation is easily removed. A technician will drill tiny holes in the frame of the window to let the moisture trapped to escape. This process is known as defogging. It may be used to get rid of the stains caused by moisture that has been trapped.

It is important to remember, however, that defogging does not fix the root cause of a leaky seal. In fact, it might not do so even when the condensation has gone, since the damaged air that was in between the panes remains. This could mean that you're not getting the heat insulation as you would like from your windows.

If you've noticed that moisture is growing in your windows, it's an ideal idea to consult with an expert as soon as you can to determine what the next steps need to be. They might be able to suggest a solution, for example, adding vents to the windows to allow fresh air to be able to enter, but not permitting warm air to escape.

The most important thing you don't want is for nearby your double glazing to fail, especially when it's expensive to replace. With the right skills, equipment and knowledge, you can repair your double glazing and keep it in good shape for many years. Contact us now if you require double repair work for your double glazing. We offer a wide range of services ranging from replacing one or several panes of glass that has been tempered to installing energy efficient upgrades.

Leaks

A leak is a huge problem as it means that there is a possibility of damp ingress that can cause damage. This can be expensive to repair and is often an indication of other issues with your property such as dry rot or mold. This is why it's important to address a leak as soon as you can.

If you feel an air draught emanating from your double-glazed windows, it's likely the seal within the sealed unit has failed. This may also mean that there is no argon gas between the panes of glass which is used for insulation purposes. A specialist technician can reseal your window to resolve this problem.