Questions About Windows
Removing mildew on windows
In some rooms of my house there is mildew on the windows. Do I need a dehumidifier? Also I have a little white mold on an attic beam what can I do to stop this?
Replacing a rotten wood window in a shower stall
We have a window in our shower, and it has a wooden frame around it. The wood has lost all its paint on long the seal, and now is starting to mold. How can I fix this to stop this from happening.. This window is right in line with the shower spray, so there is no way to keep it from getting wet. Would it be easier and cheaper to get rid of the window all together, or is there a way I can do something to keep it. Thank you for your help.
How Much Does It Cost to Install New Windows?
I am considering purchasing a home that is now vacant and has a number of broken windows. The windows that I would need to replace are 1' x 7' vertical windows, as well as several standard size household windows and a sliding glass door. What should I expect to pay for a window installation of this type, and how should I choose a windows contractor?
Who Should I Contact to Replace Old Wood Around My Windows?
The wood around the outside of my windows is beginning to rot and I will need to have it replaced. Who should I contact to get an estimate for this kind of work?
What are the Most Efficient Wood Frame Windows?
I am considering replacing the windows in my home. However, my historic home is only allowed wood frame windows. What are the most efficient ones, and what should I expect for the average cost? I understand that wooden windows will be expensive. I love my 1926-built home, but I hate the remodeling restrictions, which are strictly enforced. One alternative option I do have is to use storm windows. Would this be a less expensive, reasonable alternative to wood frame windows?
Can I Install New Windows Directly to Studs?
I am installing new windows in my home. Is it against code to install windows directly to the studs with caulking when no shear wall will be applied?
What is the Cost of Installing a Fire Window Escape?
I live in Delaware and plan on finishing my basement. However, according to the law, you must have an escape window. How much would a window replacement like this cost?
What Are the Best Soundproof Windows?
I am currently starting a window replacement project on my home. I live in a nosier city, and would like to install soundproof windows. What soundproof windows do you recommend using? What are the main differences I should consider between a traditional window replacement and a soundproof window replacement?
Double pane argon windows: what to do when windows are improperly installed
I currently have Pella Impervia fiberglass, low e, double pane, argon gas filled windows in my home. I have discovered that the original installation was not done correctly, and I will need to have it re-done in order to meet code. My question is, how is the argon gas affected if I need to remove the windows and reinstall them? The windows were installed in block with a stucco finish. The final installation had a 15-degree bevel inward, standing from the outside looking in. Because of this bevel, it increased the gap size between the stucco and the window. Pella specs and code call for shims on gaps less than 1/8" and a full perimeter build-up on gaps larger than 1/8". The installer did not use shims or a perimeter build-up. Therefore I believe the windows will not pass inspection. I also am concerned since I believe the windows were installed with excess force, causing possible damage. When installed, some windows were hit with a rubber mallet in order to be forced in, instead of adjusting the area where it was to fit. It is known the argon gas will dissipate over time. So how does a forceful install, and a forceful removal and reinstallation affect the dissipation and viability of the argon gas in the long run?
Window Replacement for Home in Wichita Falls, Texas
On a chilly, windy day last January I ran my hand around the window frames of our typical two-story home. Eight out of fourteen double-pane windows felt drafty, mostly those with condensation between the panes. The 5'h x 8'w living room window was one of them. Overall cost-wise, including utilities, does it make sense to only do window replacement as needed, or should we replace all of them now?
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