Window seals connect the panes of glass to the window frame. In addition to keeping your window intact, the seal serves as a barrier that keeps air, moisture, and debris from entering your home.
When you see the signs of a broken window seal, it’s vital to schedule window repairs right away. Here’s how to know whether you have a broken window seal.
Condensation Between Window Panes
One of the ways a window seal protects your home’s interior is by creating a barrier against moisture. If you see fog and condensation on windows in your home, take a closer look at the moisture. If it seems to collect on the exterior side of the panel, your window is probably in good condition.
Moisture and condensation between the panes or on the inside of the window, however, can suggest a broken window seal. When you have moisture on the interior side of the pane, you may have more than one broken seal on window panes within that frame. Moisture between the panes could mean that only one seal needs replacing, though.
Energy Drain and Waste
There are a few different reasons you might see an unexplained increase in your household’s energy usage. If your HVAC system seems to operate efficiently and passes an inspection, the waste might be the result of a damaged window seal. Broken seals let treated air escape your home while letting outdoor air into your living spaces.
This exchange of air compromises the effectiveness of your HVAC system, forcing it to work harder to maintain a consistent indoor temperature. You can tell if window seal leaks are reducing energy efficiency by paying attention to how frequently the HVAC system cycles.
If it seems to be heating or cooling consistently, you may need to fix a broken window seal to correct the problem.
Outside Air Entering Your Home
One reason to schedule prompt window leak repair is that a broken seal lets the outside air into your home. In addition to affecting HVAC efficiency, the outdoor air can adversely affect indoor air quality. The outdoor air can bring pollutants and contaminants into your home.
Do windows with broken seals need to be replaced if they are letting in outside air? Not necessarily. Often, simply removing the broken seal and replacing it with brand-new lining solves the problem.
Weakened Frames
The strength of every window relies on the bond created by the window seals. Broken seals leave empty gaps between the frame and the glass pane. This can cause the window to move unevenly when you open and close it. If you have ever handled a windowless frame, you know how weak the frame can become without a properly sealed pane.
When you suspect a broken window seal is causing your frame to loosen, schedule repairs with a professional. You can avoid a full window replacement by keeping your window seals in good condition.
Trust the Pros With Your Window Seal Repairs
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