Do your windows need to be replaced?

 

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Are your windows to be repaired or replaced?Are they damaged or have they lost their seal? This post will help you determine the best solution for you. Keep in mind that the best way to make an informed choice when thinking about replacing windows in your home is to call people with expertise!

 

Small glitches over time

You may have realized over time that you have difficulty opening them. Or rather you have observed with dismay every season a small mist that forms between the 2 windows, getting bigger from year to year. Maybe it was a cool breeze that caught you by suprised passing through a room, when the windows were closed. You are convinced that there is something wrong with your products.

 

Or a question of look?

Perhaps it is because they are no longer up to date that and an irrepressible desire to replace your windows has seized you! Over time, it is normal that the appearance and efficiency of your windows no longer meet your expectations. The energy efficiency aspect must not be overlooked either. In Quebec, winters are harsh! Did you know that 25% of the heat in our homes is lost through windows? It is therefore important to make a wise choice when choosing your new windows in order to minimize this loss.

 

What roles do your windows play?  

Beyond their aesthetic aspect, which is not to be neglected, windows are of paramount importance as they play a role in protecting the house from the elements. In addition to keeping the heat inside your home in winter, they also need to be able to withstand temperature changes. They must also be easy to maintain so as not to deteriorate over time. Large or large windows will let in more light, greatly contributing to the atmosphere in your home. Don’t forget that they add value to your home and can help increase your resale value.

 

Replace or fix your windows?

Windows, of course, have an average lifespan, but you may encounter some of the problems mentioned sooner or later. It is better not to “endure the problems” in order to save money; it is rarely the best solution. Depending on the problem you encounter, it is likely that the situation will deteriorate over time. If your windows are no longer airtight, you will experience temperature variations that will result in additional costs on your electricity bill, both for heating and air conditioning. If they open or close incorrectly, this is a sign of aging that should not be ignored, especially for windows with a wooden frame, since it is a material very sensitive to temperature changes. Over time, a window frame whose materials break down will not only have this effect, but their appearance will also deteriorate.

 

What about the fogg?

La buée sur les fenêtres est normale; il s’agit de la condensation de l’humidité dans l’air qui se forme lorsque la température à l’intérieur est plus élevée que celle de l’air ambiant à l’extérieur. En fait, si la buée se forme uniquement à l’intérieur de votre maison, c’est plutôt un signe que vos fenêtres sont bien isolées, car l’air froid ne réussit pas à traverser la fenêtre. En revanche, la buée qui se trouve entre les vitres de vos fenêtres pose problème. Elle indique une usure, un accident sur l’une des deux surfaces de la vitre ou encore dans le cadre, qui laisse entrer de l’air et possiblement des saletés entre les deux vitres. Bien que ce problème soit plus ou moins apparent d’une saison à l’autre, il ne se règlera pas tout seul… The fogg on windows is normal; it is the condensation of moisture in the air that forms when the temperature inside is higher than that of the ambient air outside. In fact, if the fogg only forms inside your home, it’s more of a sign that your windows are well insulated, because the cold air can’t get through the window. On the other hand, the fog between the two layer of your windows is a problem. It indicates wear, an accident on one of the two surfaces of the glass or in the frame, which allows air and possibly dirt to enter between the two windows. While this problem is more or less apparent from season to season, it will not resolve itself…

 

Let’s talk about it!

Whatever problem you have encountered that led you to ask yourself these questions, the best option to make an informed choice is to discuss it with our experts! Fenexart’s advisors have been listening to our customers for over 20 years and will guide you through your projects, whether it’s replacing your windows or giving a new look to your home, while keeping in mind performance and energy efficiency gains.

By coming to meet you directly at your home for free, our advisors will be able to see the origin and the importance of the problems encountered to propose you the appropriate solutions. Don’t wait any longer, contact-us !