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Condensation inside double-paned windows - replace glass or whole window? user2048 06-10-2006
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Posted by Howard on June 10, 2006, 1:55 pm
Have you determined the age of the windows and whether they are still
under warranty? Some windows have long waranties. Might be the (no)
lowest cost solution.


user2048@yahoo.com wrote:
> We're new homeowners. We have a house with ten double hung windows with
> double panes. They're by Thermal-Guard. They look old, but I don't
> really know their age. Each window has at least one sash with bad
> condensation between the panes. Many have condensation in both. Some
> have discolored film between the panes (?). Some have broken springs.
>
> The question is: Should we replace the complete windows? Or just the
> bad glass "sealed units" and fix the springs separately (possible?)?
>
> We had a guy from a local glass shop take a look. He's the one that
> suggested just replacing the glass. But he was high and more than a
> little creepy, so we don't want him back. (There are other shops, I'm
> sure.)
>
> But we do have a recommendation for a guy that can replace the complete
> windows. He's highly recommended by several trustworthy friends (picky
> skeptical people - engineers). His prices are said to be very
> reasonable.
>
> So, what do you think? I realize it's a complicated question, but does
> anyone have advice or an opinion? Thanks for your help.


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Posted by JohnR66 on June 10, 2006, 11:42 pm
> We're new homeowners. We have a house with ten double hung windows with
> double panes. They're by Thermal-Guard. They look old, but I don't
> really know their age. Each window has at least one sash with bad
> condensation between the panes. Many have condensation in both. Some
> have discolored film between the panes (?). Some have broken springs.
>
> The question is: Should we replace the complete windows? Or just the
> bad glass "sealed units" and fix the springs separately (possible?)?
>
> We had a guy from a local glass shop take a look. He's the one that
> suggested just replacing the glass. But he was high and more than a
> little creepy, so we don't want him back. (There are other shops, I'm
> sure.)
>
> But we do have a recommendation for a guy that can replace the complete
> windows. He's highly recommended by several trustworthy friends (picky
> skeptical people - engineers). His prices are said to be very
> reasonable.
>
> So, what do you think? I realize it's a complicated question, but does
> anyone have advice or an opinion? Thanks for your help.
>
If the windows look and function well, just replace the glass unit. Don't
forget to check the weather seals for wear.
John



Posted by on June 12, 2006, 8:32 am
Thanks for the help, everybody. I'll check the window frames etc.
carefully, and look into just replacing the glass.


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