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Choosing Between Window Repair and Window Replacement in Denver, CO

11/15/2016

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If your windows are in need of some help, you may want to consider whether window replacement in Denver, CO may solve your problems, or if you may be able to get by with some affordable window repairs. Here’s what to look for while you are deciding if you should replace or repair your windows.

Broken panes
Do you have cracks, scratches or chips in your windows? These could have been caused by a variety of things, including storm damage or abrasive cleaners. Since cosmetic defects like these are definite eyesores, if you have inexpensive vinyl windows, you should consider window replacement in Denver, CO. If your windows are vintage, aluminum-clad or multi-pane custom designs, you may want to salvage them and go with repairs that replace the glass.

Broken seals
If you have foggy condensation or streaks between double or triple panes, you likely have broken seals in your windows. The contraction and expansion of the window induced by heat destroys the window seals, which then creates condensation between the windowpanes. Once a seal is broken, it is very hard to save the pane.
You can repair the seal of the window by installing a new sash. This will preserve the frame and help breathe new life into the window.

Drafty windows
Do you feel a draft of air coming from the windows? Is air able to move between gaps in sashes, frames or dividers? If so, you have drafty windows, which are often caused by caulking that has cracked or pealed, old weather stripping, a loose sash or rotted wood on the frame.
You can repair the windows with caulk that seals the gaps, as well as new weather stripping. You may also want to consider window replacement in Denver, CO and install new energy efficient windows that will help lower your energy bills by eliminating these drafts.

Windows that won’t open
Maybe you have windows that don’t operate very smoothly or don’t open at all. Are your sashes painted shut, or is there dirt and grime in the track and balances? There could even be broken hardware that is preventing you from opening your windows to enjoy a cool breeze.
When your window is painted shut, you will have to break the paint seal with a saw or putty knife. You will then need to scrape and sand the old paint and putty. If dirt is involved, simply clean the tracks and balances.
If broken hardware is the culprit, replace it with new hardware for a simple fix. If you simply can’t find the right replacement hardware, window replacement in Denver, CO may be what you need to get those windows open again.

Rotting wood
How does the wood around your windows look? Do you have rotten frames, sashes or dividers? If so, the wood has probably deteriorated. This often happens when windows are primed and painted incorrectly or they have been exposed to precipitation and humidity.
You may be able to patch smaller areas of rot with epoxy, but if the frames are thoroughly rotten you will need to consider window replacement in Denver, CO as the most cost effective option.

Whether you’re looking for window repair or window replacement, give Fast Glass a call and we will provide you with timely, effective and affordable window work for your home or business.
14 Comments
Jim Barnes link
11/22/2016 12:22:36 am

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BurtSilver link
3/21/2017 03:14:32 pm

I didn't realize that drafty windows could be caused by failing caulking. My wife and I have noticed that quite a few of our windows are draftier than they should be. We will have to have somebody come and take a look at them and see if they need to be repaired or replaced. Thanks for the information on windows!

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Matthew Kristopher link
10/9/2017 05:48:40 am

Renovation is important for your home. If your window condition is good just small repair needed then don't replace that window, you can repair it but if a major problem occur then it is better you should replace the window. Window replacement will save money and also time. Window replacement helps to keep your home safe and the material used for this is durable weather resistance frames, so we we can say that window replacement can increase the security of your home. If you want to sell your home then by doing window replacement it increases the resell value of your home.

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Tiffany Locke link
3/8/2018 09:48:17 pm

I'm glad that you mention how you should hire a glass repair company if your room is drafty due to air moving between gaps in sashes, frames, or dividers. You'd probably want to hire a professional as soon as you notice the problem so that they can fix the cause of the draft before it gets worse or causes your home to get colder. When choosing a repair company, you'd probably want to find one that is local so that you can go to them whenever there's an issue so that you can keep your windows in good condition.

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Sam Li link
3/25/2019 03:53:24 pm

I love what you said about getting window replacements if you have drafty windows. I believe that contacting a glass company is the best choice when replacing a window. If the windows on my home had issues, I would make sure to find the best glass company in my area.

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Hazel Owens link
3/29/2019 04:46:17 pm

That's good to know that you can repair drafty windows. My house is really cold because of the windows, so this is helpful. I'll have to find a window repair service that can help us seal the windows.

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Camille Devaux link
5/10/2019 03:17:44 pm

I was talking to a friend the other day about her interest in getting a window repair service. She wants to make sure that this will solve her issues. My friend might like knowing that a professional will be able to break any paint seals shutting the window.

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Sandra Patterson link
5/24/2019 01:16:04 pm

You make a great point that cosmetic defects are a real eyesore. One of the back windows of our house had a rock thrown through it a couple of years ago, but we never got it fixed. I will be sure to look into finding a good company that I can finally trust to take care of that for us.

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Angela Waterford link
7/16/2019 11:25:13 am

I think I have some broken panes that need to be repaired. Thanks for mentioning that glass repair services can help me salvage my window. Since it's got some broken seals, I hope that they can fix that as well.

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Angela Waterford link
8/9/2019 02:26:08 pm

My windows are a bit drafty. I think I need to have its glass panes repaired. Thanks for pointing out that this could be caused by a variety of things, so I hope that the repair company can fix this for me regardless of how it was caused.

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Jay Jorgenson link
9/10/2019 12:13:36 pm

It's good to know that you can still save your window by repairing the seal if it's broken. I have always heard that people throw away their window when the seal is broken because they think it has no repair. Thank you for the information. Now I know that I can call a window repair service if my window seals break.

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Windshield Replacement link
2/20/2020 03:29:36 am

If you want to replace or install windshield, always hire professional and local windshield replacement company for guaranteed work.

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Franklin White link
8/7/2020 12:51:36 pm

Thanks for the tip about getting your window replaced if you have drafty windows. I think I'll check to see if the glass needs to be repaired first. If not, then I'll get the whole window replaced.

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RV Auto Glass Repair link
1/9/2021 01:15:05 am

You will need to consider one more thing to determine whether or you need windshield repair services. If the vision through the windscreen is not clear, it will increase the risk of accident.

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