Are Your Windows Ready for Spring? Here are a Few Tips!

First Things First, Inspect Your Weatherstripping

While it’s easy to overlook window weatherstripping, it should be the first detail you check for when checking your windows amidst changing seasons. You will find the window weather seal between the sash and the window panes. Window weatherstripping is placed in that location to block outside air from coming in and is an important detail of your energy saving windows. It may be likely that winter weather may have caused damage to the window weather seal, so check your windows for any signs of cracking or deterioration that may have compromised the airtight seal. Condensation on windows can also be a problem; if moisture forms around the framing material, it can cause mold growth, which will loosen the window weather seal. Age can cause everything to fall apart, including window weatherstripping. This is often because older windows will have outdated materials and methods of protection that are subpar compared to the materials and methods used nowadays. 



Keep Your Window Glass Clean

Naturally, you will want your windows nice and clean for spring, but clean windows will serve a higher purpose than just a clear view. During the dreary days of winter, dirt will build up on and around your windows causing surface deterioration. The window tracks can also become dirty and cause your windows to stick when opening and closing them. First, clear loose dirt away from the window tracks with a brush or vacuum cleaner. Use soap and water to thoroughly clean your windows, and remove any additional grime stuck to your windows. To protect your warranty, make sure that the soap you use is recommended by the manufacturer. After washing your window tracks, lubricate them so that they open and close smoothly. While cleaning, make it a point to do a window inspection as well. If you are unable to restore your windows to their original beauty, or if they’re too old, it might be time to replace them.

Make Sure Your Window Hardware is Working Properly

Hurray! Spring is almost here! Complete a window inspection now and be ready for the next warm day when you can enjoy airing out the house with open windows. Single-hung and double-hung windows use a cam lock, so check to see if the cam lock pulls the window sashes together well. Your single-hung and double-hung windows will also have a lift handle, or rail to use when closing the window, enabling the cam lock to shut tightly. Operate the crank handle if your window has one, as they are great for opening and closing windows when they work right. Open and close every type of window you have to see if they are operating properly and while you’re at it, check the window tracks and window springs. If they catch here and there or are difficult to open and close, you may have to hire window maintenance services to replace or repair the hardware. However, it’s always best to call and describe the issues to a trusted window maintenance company. It is always possible that lubricating window tracks and additional hardware will be all that is needed to fix your window’s problem.



Perform Seasonal Window Maintenance

The best way to perform seasonal window maintenance is to turn to window maintenance professionals, who will have the knowledge, experience, and equipment to correctly repair and perform the best seasonal window maintenance on your windows. Doing so will almost surely save you time and frustration dealing with malfunctioning windows. Window professionals know how to work with all kinds of windows made from different materials in all shapes and sizes. They can recommend the best repair or replacement options for your windows. 

Contact Door Systems to Make Sure Your Windows are on "The Right Track" this Spring!

Make sure your windows are on the right track this spring when you contact Door Systems, Inc for window maintenance services. Our exceptionally trained and experienced window technicians have provided the Kansas City area with exceptional window maintenance since 1970. You will receive quality service, expert advice, and affordable window maintenance or replacements with Door Systems, Inc.

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