A window seal is an important part of every window as it is what prevents drafts and unnecessary heat loss around your home. With that in mind, as the homeowner, it’s your responsibility to ensure that your windows’ seals remain intact. Unfortunately, some homeowners are unaware as to why their window seals are failing.
In this article, window installation and residential roofing company Creative Construction Group list the four reasons why window seals fail.
1. Maintenance – Weather stripping often comes with instructions that outline what is needed to be done in order to maintain it. While maintaining only requires that you wipe it down to keep it dry and clean, there are some specific cleaning substances that you can use. Unfortunately, if you fail to use the specific cleaning substance needed, it can damage your window seals and cause it to fail.
2. Age – As your window ages, some of its parts are bound to fail. Your window seals are no exception to this rule, especially if your weather stripping has some years behind it. With that in mind, make sure that you update the seal on your windows every now and then so it’ll continue to work effectively. However, if it’s clear that the windows themselves are failing, consider having it replaced instead.
3. Mold – On the other hand, if your window regularly suffers from condensation and it isn’t being wiped away, mold is a common cause of failed window seals as it can destroy its effectiveness, especially if it’s made from rubber. Therefore, if you notice mold growing on your windows, window and residential roofing contractors recommend that you clean it immediately.
4. Elements – While most windows nowadays can take whatever the elements throw at them, there is a limit to what they can take. For instance, if your window experiences rain on a daily basis, the water can seep behind the seals and cause it to lift, eventually resulting in its failure.
Planning to install new windows in your home soon? Simply turn to Creative Construction Group. When it comes to window and roofing installation services, we are the leading experts to approach and you can count on us! Give us a call at (815) 459-1750 or fill out our contact form to get a free quote. We serve homeowners in Crystal Lake, IL, and other nearby areas in the state of Illinois.