Indications It Is Time for New Window Glass
Your windows are closed but you can still feel a chill? Or perhaps there are foggy areas between the panes that refuse to be put out with a cloth. Then there is the matter of your energy bills, which have an uncanny way of going up each season without any explanation.
We at Dove Glass & Mirror have been in the business of putting such questions to rest for homeowners in Menifee, CA since 1989. Put our licensed and insured staff to work on determining if your windows require some attention; we know glass. A phone call to (704)-396-5381 is all it takes to discuss it.
For all its importance to your comfort, safety and finances, window glass is but a small part of your home and it has a finite life. The telltale signs of trouble are not hard to come by when one knows what they are.
Fog or Cloudiness in the Panes
You will often find moisture or a haze confined between two panes as evidence of glass failure. The insulating gas has made off because the seal on a double-pane window has given way and condensation has set in. There is no amount of cleaning the surface that will remedy it.
With the seal broken the window is no longer much of an insulator, so expect the house to be colder in winter and hotter in summer. Persistent fog is your cue to replace the glass.
An Upward Trend in Energy Bills
A window’s job is to keep the conditioned air in. Failing glass or a broken seal forces your heating and cooling to put in more effort, and you will see the result on the bill at month’s end. Should you find your costs are on the rise with no other cause, look to your windows. New glass will do a better job of holding the temperature.
Drafts and Cold Spots
Try standing by your window when the day is cool. If you are getting a draft from a closed window, the glass or its seal has stopped performing. Cold spots are indicative of the same thing. Some new glass will put the barrier back in place and your rooms will be comfortable once more.
Cracks and Chips You Can See
It is tempting for a homeowner to let a little crack or chip be, but that is unwise. Temperature changes alone can make even a small one spread in short order.
Do not put off these kinds of damage:
- Any holes, however inconsequential
- Cracks running the length of the pane
- Spider-webbing after an impact
- Chips in the corners or edges
- A pane that is loose or flexes in the frame
- Anything that is shattered or partly broken
Beyond being unsightly, damaged glass is a hazard and an open door for noise, air and moisture.
Windows That Are Hard to Operate
Should a window stick or not want to stay up, the issue may lie with the glass and frame. Warping puts undue stress on the pane. In conjunction with the other symptoms listed here, we would recommend a professional opinion.
More Noise From Outside
The quality of modern glass is to muffle the sounds of traffic or your neighbors. When those noises become more pronounced, the insulating properties of the glass have likely diminished. We can put in new glass to restore the peace and quiet of your home.
A Word on Timing
There is no saving money by turning a blind eye to these things. An inefficient window will only get worse and minor issues have a way of becoming major ones. Addressing them early is the way to avoid costlier repairs later on.
Our team at Dove Glass & Mirror is proud of the work we do and of the 100% satisfaction guarantee we stand by. We have earned a 5.0-star rating on over 100 Google reviews to show for it. You can count on us Monday to Saturday, 7 to 5.
Do not let the problem get away from you if you have seen any of the above. For an estimate and some straight talk from a company that has been in Menifee since 1989, contact Dove Glass & Mirror at (704)-396-5381. We are on hand to field your questions and put you in the right direction for your home.
