Windows St. Charles IL – Atlas General Contractors – Call 630-724-7884
Windows St. Charles IL
Are you considering replacing the windows in your Fox Valley home? We’re commonly asked by clients who choose us as their contractor how they are to determine if they need new replacement windows (we also specialize in siding) or it they can get by a few more years with repairs. Typically, your Windows St. Charles IL are repairable in examples such as:
Broken Glass
When a multiple-paned glass breaks or cracks, you should look into replacing the sash. A window sash is a vital component of a window because it holds the glass as well as the framework surrounding it in place. The sash is basically a movable panel. It is different from the frame, which is exterior and against the wall.
Single-Pane
This type of windows can be inexpensively fix in most cases by the homeowner or by a professional glazier.
Drip Cap is Damaged
The drip cap is an external shield found on top of the window. It can be repaired with a rust-free, durable aluminum drip cap.
Some Water Leaks
Gutters that aren’t draining properly or obstructed drain pipes can direct rainwater towards your windows. Seals are applied to keep out the water. However, they can only withstand limited pressure. Try re-routing your drainage system to see if that makes a significant difference.
Limited Budget
Fixing Windows St. Charles IL will nearly always be less expensive than replacing them. Therefore, if you are working with a fairly restrictive budget, choose window repair instead.
When Replacing Your Windows is the Right Choice
Windows are Fogging Up
Fogginess is usually the result of moisture condensing inside the window’s insulated double-or triple-paned glass units. As opposed to multiple-paned windows of years past, IGUs are permanently sealed. Removal and full replacement is the sole option.
The Muntins Show Damage
Muntins are simply the sections of wood that separate the glass panes. If there are faux muntins set in between 2 panes of glass for aesthetic effects only, they’re not replaceable.
Structural Damage
If the external structure of a window is starting to fail, then it’s time to invest in a new one. In some instances, the area surrounding the window might be in poor condition, too: such as the studs, siding, house sheathing or insulation. That calls for both replacing the Windows St. Charles IL and also possibly rebuilding sections of the wall. For that scenario, you’ll probably be installation a new-construction window, rather than a replacement window.
Gas Leaking
Gas leakage from window units are in some situations related to the issue of foggy windows. However, the insulated gas units can leak gas yet still not always develop fog. If the gas is completely gone, it causes the window’s insulating capabilities to drop dramatically.
Buying a New Home
Purchasing a new home that you plan on remaining in for the next 15 to 20 years is probably a sufficient financial reason to justify replacing the Windows St. Charles IL. It’s a smart decision early on as a homeowner that will pay off over the long-term in energy savings and aesthetic appeal.
Major Leakage
Excessive moisture infiltration around a window may indicate that its external window casing has gone bad. It isn’t necessarily a problem with the window, but rather something to do with the whole exterior structure. Nevertheless, if water is getting in through the windows, the time is right to begin shopping for efficient and reliable replacements.
It’s Within Your Budget
If you have accounted for the cost of getting new Windows St. Charles in your budget, then view it as a wise investment! When you need repairs or replacement Windows St. Charles IL reach out to Atlas General Contractors at 630-724-7884!
