Did you know that yourwindows need regular maintenance? This is because of the type of environment in which they function. Windows are subjected to extreme differences in temperature. Sometimesthe weather is extremely dry, and other times it is humid and wet. Windows must also withstand ultraviolet lights, high winds, regular openings and closings without excessing wearing and tearing.
All of these conditions take their toll on your windows. The sealants loseflexibility, components corrode or rot, finishes fail, movable parts corrode or deflect, and insects bore into the woodenpart. If you don’t carry our regular maintenance practices, the damage will continue to accumulate until you’ll have no choice than to replace them.
If you want to maximize your window life while minimizing its problems, then you’ll need to carry out regular inspections as well as regular window maintenance. Ideally, the windows in a facility should be inspected annually. However, this can be impractical if the facility has large areas of glass. An alternative would be to inspect a select sample of the windows and use that to rate the conditions of the rest of the windows.
· The inspections must be tailored to fit the type of window. Different issues affect different kinds of windows, there are however some problems common to all window types. First, examine the condition of the interior window surface. Look for signs of rot, water stains, and any other indication that water has been reaching the interior. Take note of those stains so maintenance crews can search for the source of water. You can take photographs to help you document your findings.
· Frames and sashes can lose their fit as a result of regular use and exposure to extreme temperature cycles. Because of that, you may notice gays between the window components. This increases both water and air infiltration. Check the fit of every window components and make not of those that are in excess.
· Operable windows should be opened all the way then closed completely so you can observe how well they operate. If there is any binding in the operation of a wooden window, it could mean there’s a warping or swelling of the window sash or frame. This could mean that moisture has penetrated some of the components. Failed or corroded operators in both wooden and metal windows can cause problems with operating the unit.
· Check all wooden window surfaces for signs of rot and decay using a metal probe. Take note of all the areas where there is rot. Rot and decay usually occurin places where moisture is gaining access to the wood.
· Check the caulking between the frame and the wall. A lot of window designs make use of flexible sealants between components. As time goes, and with repeated exposure to moisture, ultraviolet light, and extreme temperatures, the seals can lose flexibility, causing them to fail. Check the entire window length to make sure the sealing is in proper working condition.
· Examine the finish on the window’s exterior to see if there’s any defect. If there is paint failure on wooden windows, then the likely culprit is moisture. Try to identify the areas where the paint has failed as well as the likely places where the moisture is coming from.
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