Unique Home Solutions has tips for summer maintenance window

Bob Dillon, President of Unique Home Solutions describes how to pay things clean and in perfect condition this summer will be the window.

Now is the time to be ripe for our windows for the summer.

Window cleaning is a great place to start.
Clean wood windows with a damp cloth. This helps in the removal of dust and dirt. Avoid too much water, as it is likely to encourage rot due, is contact with moisture. Wash vinyl and aluminum windows, with a mild detergent and a soft brush framed. Glass cleaner, you can leave your windows sparkling clean. Do not forget to also clean the outside of the window and the adjacent surface of the wall. This reduces the accumulation of dirt and waste from the components of the window often contributes to clogging of the window.

Regular checks can ensure that the window function properly.
Check the status of the window frame and chassis. Use a metal probe for signs of rot that indicate the penetration of moisture. Look for signs of moisture on Windows double or triple glazing. This shows that the seal must be failed and replaced. A label does not reduce the insulating capacity of their windows. The sun may be some areas of the image are brittle and chain. Paint can be taken off in some areas. If you have weather strip on the window, check the status during the inspection. Arrange for a replacement if stripping is carried. Check the distance between the window frame and the wall. These can be filled with a latex sealant.

Be sure to check the box.
First, examine the outside of their windows to see what condition they are in. If the glass has a few cracks here and there that has some life to it, but you should occasionally check that everything worse. If there are missing window, or you can customize with a knife in the cracks, replace the glass of the window.

Look around window seals.
Replace any worn seal. This reduces the leakage of air and water. It also helps to secure the window. With a Jet or putty insulation to help seal the window. Re outside the window seal around the outside in order to ensure a good seal.

Decide if you want the window to be repainted.
Re-painting wooden windows and metal frame every 3-4 years. Protects against the elements and maintains its appearance. Basically, the color apply to the windows are properly cleaned. Also in parts or movement of the standstill window paint not know how put the window.

Check and repair of other minor defects that could lead to potential problems.
Suppose cracks, holes and shrapnel in the window quickly. The longer it takes to correct damaged areas, which is next to the window deteriorate. Once you identify in the windows of rotten wood to clean up the sections with a screwdriver, the bad wood, then fill holes and cracks with epoxy putty. Wearing several layers for best results. Once the putty dry, smooth the surface with sandpaper and then applying primer and paint. As a frame damaged, cracked or broken glass requires your immediate attention. Repair or replace to secure the glass quickly to your home and prevent accidental cuts from broken glass.

How do you know when it's time to replace your windows?

Depending on the amount of money to throw you to want to keep the windows. Because the window, you are wasting your time; Do not make it more energy efficient, and you are not better. "

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