How Do You Know When You Need New Windows?

Are you fighting to get the window in your bedroom open, again? Is your view being tainted by dirt, dust, and grime?

Sometimes the only thing left to do is replace your windows. But in many instances, some routine maintenance and cleaning can help you avoid a pricey upgrade. Take a few minutes and learn the indicators of windows that are ready for the landfill and which ones can be saved with a professional window cleaning service.

Fogged Window Panes that Do Not Come Clean

The most obvious indication of windows that have failed is a fog that appears between the dual panes. If you scrub both sides of your windows, and it still is misty, the gap between the window panes has given up. The gas that used to provide added insulation between the panes has leaked out and the window no longer functions as intended.

You can’t fix this issue. The only solution is to replace the whole window sash, but not necessarily the frame.

Water and Wind Coming Through the Cracks Around the Window Frame

Do you experience water damage around the inside window frame? This shows that both wind and water have a direct path around the window. While adding insulation may help stop the leak, thoroughly inspecting the window for signs of rot and cracks is also recommended. Your windows may be falling apart at the seams even if the glass remains clear, so it is best to do a yearly check.

It is possible to have a carpenter repair the window frames, but in some cases, this is just as expensive as buying new windows.

Windows that Won’t Open or Close Properly

Is there a window in your house that you stopped trying to open because you can’t get the sash to slide closed? This happens when the window frame has rotted out, warped, or cracked, so that it is no longer square. This makes it difficult to operate the window. At the same time, it usually contributes to air leaks around the window.

Before calling for an estimate for a replacement, try cleaning out the runners over which the windows slide. It is possible that years of buildup have gummed up the works and some elbow grease will restore function.

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Climbing Heating and Cooling Bills

While the cost of heating fuel and electricity is increasing, you might notice that your bills are even higher due to unexpected consumption. Windows that fail during a heat wave or cold snap will contribute to excessive fuel costs. Make sure to inspect every window and door in your home–including the small ones in the attic and basement. A small fixed window with broken glass or rotted frame can serve as a chimney drawing air into your home.

Old Windows Are Not Always Bad Windows

Perhaps you live in a home that would be a candidate for This Old House that still has the old wood double-hung windows. Your first instinct is to have them replaced because they are old. However, a properly maintained wood-frame window with a storm window offers similar insulation value compared to a modern double-pane window.

In this instance, having your windows cleaned, painted, and serviced may be all that is needed. The professionals at Squeegee Squad have experience cleaning a variety of windows and have all of the tools and experience to get them back to sparkling, so you don’t have to!

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Discolored Frames and Screens May Not Be a Sign of Failing Windows

Maybe you just frown when looking at your house from the street because the white frames around your windows are now showing shades of black, brown, and green. You need to squint to look through the windows from the inside due to the cruddy screens. Before you start throwing out the windows that are showing signs of aging, you might be surprised at what a good scrubbing by the professionals can do for their appearance.

Just think how dirty the glass in the windows gets over the course of the year. The same dust and grime settles on the frames, but that is often overlooked when cleaning because you don’t look through the frame. Multiply that layer of dust by years, and you get the nasty buildup that looks so bad but does not affect how your windows work.

Squeegee Squad crew members are professional, uniformed, and friendly. We take great care both inside and outside of your home. We recommend an interior and exterior window cleaning at least twice a year, and additional exterior cleanings as needed. All Squeegee Squad locations perform residential cleanings year-round!

Professional Window Cleaning May Delay the Need for Replacement Windows

So, before writing a check to the expensive replacement window contractor, start with a call to a professional window cleaning crew like Squeegee Squad. We will scrub every window pane–including the one on the top gable. While we are there, we can also offer a complete soft wash of your driveway, siding, and window frames, and/or clean your gutters.

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