Window Replacement: The Definitive Guide

July 1, 2022

Home remodeling projects like window replacement may completely change the appearance and feel of your property. If you’re planning the installation of new windows, you should be aware of the whole process. We will go through everything you need to know about replacing your windows, from getting ready for the job to clean up once the installers have finished. Continue reading!

Things to do before installing windows

There are a few things you will need to complete before the installers reach.

Windows Type

Determine the kind of windows you want before anything else. If you want the best windows for your house, you need to do your homework and find out which ones are available on the market. There are a variety of window designs to choose from:

  • Fiberglass Windows
  • Wood Windows
  • Aluminum Windows
  • Vinyl Windows

Accurate Measurement

After selecting the kind of window you want, the next step is to make sure your measurements are correct. This is very important since the windows will not be able to perform their function effectively if they are either too tiny or too large for the opening.

Clean Up

The area surrounding the windows is the next item that has to be cleaned up, so start there. The task of installing will be simplified as a result, and this will also help reduce the likelihood of any accidents happening.

Prepare Your Home

Next, you will need to get your house ready for the new windows to be installed. It is necessary to clear the area of any furniture or other obstructions and to cover any surfaces that may be harmed during the installation.

Window installation process

Let us talk about what happens on the day of the installation.

  • On the day of installation, the installers will start by taking your old windows away. Then, they will get the openings ready for the new windows. Usually, this means adding or taking away trim and putting in new flashing.
  • After the holes are ready, the installers will carefully put the new windows in place and secure them. Once all of the windows are in, they will caulk around the edges and clean up any trash.

So, that is all! Depending on how many windows need to be changed, the whole process usually takes between one and two days.

After the installation

After the installers leave, you need to do a few things.

  • First, check the windows to make sure they work well and do not have any holes or leaks. If you notice any problems, you should call the company that put in your windows as soon as you can.
  • Next, caulk around the outside of the windows to make them even more airtight and stop any water or air leaks.
  • Lastly, you will need to clean the inside and outside of the windows to get rid of any smudges or fingerprints.

If you follow these steps, you can be sure that replacing your windows will do very well from start to finish.

Contact us if you have any questions or need help trying to pick out the right windows for your home. We will be happy to help you out with your project. Thanks for reading!

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Andi Perullo de Ledesma

I am Andi Perullo de Ledesma, a Chinese Medicine Doctor and Travel Photojournalist in Charlotte, NC. I am also wife to Lucas and mother to Joaquín. Follow us as we explore life and the world one beautiful adventure at a time.

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