Why are my new replacement windows sweating?
Question by momof3: Why are my new replacement windows sweating?
my windows are about 2 years old and have done this since they were installed mostly in the winter months.
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Answer by beverlydesigner
Yes, it’s true that your windows are sweating because of the differential between the inside temperature and the outside. It means that your windows do not leak around the place where they meet the wall but what most homeowners do not know is that there is still heat loss through the glass no matter if it is single, double or triple glazed. This is because heat transmission is conductive not convective…so no matter how many layers of glass you have, when the warm air hits it, that warm air will want to escape through the glass and will eventually do so. Warm air always travels towards cooler, never the other way around.
Here’s what you need to do in order to avoid damage to your new windows. You must get rid of the sweating problem or else the condensate will ruin the window frame and potentially cause problems in your wall if the seeping occurs for a season or longer.
Window treatments are the only answer to this problem but they must be constructed properly in order for them to do their job.
1) Install a shade (cellular preferably) on the inside of the window frame if possible with gaps no larger than one-quarter inch at each side.
2) drapery panels with a return…that means that they run across the face of the window but make a 90 degree turn back to the wall and are secured by a hook so that they encapsulate the window.
3) to completely eliminate the transfer of cold air, a cornice or board mounted valance should be placed over the draperies, again this has a return to the wall
So what you’ve done here is to create a little box which isolates your windows from the room. If you are not going to put up draperies and a cornice, at least invest in some cellular shades.
Did you know that a full 1/3 of your heat escapes through your windows? And that if you have shades on your windows and use them only at night, you can save significant dollars with heating and cooling. This savings is continuous for the life of the shades, it’s not a one-time savings. They payback is huge and you will be making your home more comfortable and more attractive at the same time.
Best,
Beverly
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Think Before You Replace
In every field you can think of, there is and always will be competition. The same fate lies on the industry that feeds off from replacing busted windows. With the increased number and a wide range to choose from, the consumer may tend to become overwhelmed therefore arriving at half thought of decisions.
As the client, all you want to receive is top of the line services from the company that will work on your windows. But you have to be responsible for your end of the line. It is up for you to report to them the specifications of your window. Get the accurate number of estimates. Guessing is not part of the game and this is not even considered a game to begin with. So, if you want them to give you what you want then give them what they need. It is recommended to take five estimates at the very least from five different suppliers.
Be practical and plan a budget. What you are aiming for is to only replace a window and not to purchase a whole new one. The money you will spend should just be about right. Once you have contacted your manufacturer then you can arrange deals with them depending on what is convenient for the both of you. They may offer you promos and discounted prices. Having a set budget will guide you and prevent you from overspending.
Stick to what you only need. Once transactions have started, it is but natural for the supplier to take that opportunity to convince you into having additional repairs. They will advertise and promote other services that they offer. Do not persuaded. You know exactly what it is that you need and that will be the only for now. There will always be a next time intended for the other repairs.
Windows may be deemed simple but it actually adds a lot of character wherever it is situated. No wonder people exert effort and put so much attention into having the broken ones fixed. Which is why this article aims to equip you with information you will find definitely useful when it comes to thinking things over before deciding for yourself.
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