Failing Window Seals? 

The most common problem with windows which are 15 years or older is a broken window seal. So many windows out there are crying out for attention, but they are often put on the backburner. You can just cover up the problem with blinds or large curtains, right? Why actually be able to use the windows for the reason they were placed in your house in the first place? Wrong. Keep reading to learn why it’s important to get new windows and the signs your window seal is failing. 

 

Don’t Cover Up The Problem

It’s sad but true most people broken windows just cover up the issue. They shut the blinds to ignore the problem.  This is sad for several reasons, but the first and foremost reason is that they, and you, don’t get the beautiful sunshine and views of the outdoors. You deserve the best out of your home, and your old windows aren’t helping with the views or energy efficiency when they’re this blocked. 

 

How To Spot Broken Seals

Broken seals are easy to spot on your home or others homes by their tell-tale signs. The primary indicator of a broken window seal is moisture between the window panes. If your windows are foggy, but nothing happens when you try and wipe away the condensation, the fog is inside the window. You can spot this on any window by just driving by. That is the immediate and obvious sign that your window seal is broken. A broken seal does mean the insulating ability of the window is diminished. Outside air is getting inside, and the gas that helps insulate has escaped. These broken seals make a broken window look and preform even worse than you could imagine. Often, you’ll be able to spot the moisture only in the corners in the form of fog or water droplets. Still, though, this means your seal is busted and needs a fix.

How To Fix The Problem

There are a lot of solutions to fixing this problem, but none work as well as simply replacing the windows themselves. New insulated glass units with advanced window frames like the ones from Conservation Construction of Houston make new windows orders of magnitudes better than simply replacing the glass itself. New Texas Window Frames keep our insulated Argon Gas inside the window for years to come. This means you’ll get lower energy costs all year long and protection against the sun and air infiltration. By using two gases inside our windows they preform even better than other new windows on the market today. 

Don’t Just Replace The Glass

Simply replacing the glass won’t replace the gas that was once between the windows. It won’t reseal your window with a new frame which is half the problem. Old wood and aluminum are poor insulators, and aluminum conducts heat making your home more hot in the summer.  Window seal failure means your windows are no longer energy efficient at all. They are just letting the breezes take all your energy out the window with them. So don’t just replace the glass, replace the entire window. 

Conservation Texas Windows

Conservation Texas Windows come in a double or triple pane. They are sealed windows with foam filled sides. We use a special spacer which ensures the gas stays in place for as long as it does. In addition, this Low-E glass is even more energy efficient than our competitors on the market. We use 4 layers of protection in our formula which bounces harmful UV rays back outside to keep your home a more stable temperature all year long. 

Final Thoughts

In conclusion, simply fixing the windows with caulk or hiding the window with large curtains may work for hiding the issue, but we want you to have windows which look beautiful and keep your home energy efficient. Let all the sunshine in by going with a new set of replacement windows from Conservation Construction of Houston. Comment below with your own window struggles, and remember we care about them even if you (and others) have forgotten what windows can do for you. Visit our website for your free estimate.