Cleaning your replacement windows, including their frames and screens, is something you should do regularly to keep them looking their best. Doing so will also make your San Diego home look and feel brighter, which is probably one of the reasons you invested in replacement windows in the first place! Cleaning your windows may seem pretty straightforward, but there are some pro tricks and tips that will save you time and result in even cleaner windows and screens. Cleaning Your Replacement Window Screens The first thing you should do when you go to wash your windows is remove and wash your windows’ screens. With Anlin replacement windows (which we use in the homes of many of our San Diego customers) you first remove the screens by opening the window, then pulling the pull rail or pull tabs …
San Diego Window and Door Maintenance
Proper maintenance of your windows and doors is essential to keeping them performing well long-term. Fortunately, the windows and doors we sell are extremely low maintenance and require only occasional upkeep. The vinyl frames never need to be repainted, and the tracks of the sliding windows and patio doors just need to be kept free of dirt and debris so they can continue to slide freely.
In the pages and blog posts below, you will find all the information you need to keep your windows and doors in top shape! Doing so will also ensure that your manufacturer’s warranty stays intact. You can also visit the window and door manufacturer’s website for additional maintenance details.
A Guide to Winter Maintenance for San Diego Replacement Window Customers
It’s winter in San Diego, which brings colder temperatures and (usually) increased rainfall. When it comes to your replacement windows, there are a couple of problems that can occur during the cold and rainy season. However, both have simple remedies that any homeowner can do on their own in a matter of minutes, and without any special tools. Condensation on Your Replacement Windows When the outside temperature drops, there is often an increase in condensation on the interior glass of replacement windows, which makes windows cloudy. This occurs when there is excess water vapor in the air. When the moist air comes in contact with a cold surface, like window glass, condensation occurs. The humidity inside your home can be caused by a number of everyday activities, including showering, …
How to Clean Your Windows Like a Pro: Tips From Your San Diego Replacement Window Experts
Washing your windows is a time consuming job that most people don’t enjoy, but there are ways to clean your windows more efficiently that will give you a better end result. The last thing you want is to spend hours cleaning your windows, only to have them look streaky when you’re done. Here are some tips from the pros to get your windows looking their best! …
Easy-to-Clean Replacement Windows and Doors for San Diego Homeowners
When many of our customers decide it’s time to replace the windows and doors in their San Diego homes, they choose to add windows and patio doors that are larger than the ones they are replacing. They may go from a standard two-panel patio door to a three- or even four-panel sliding door that spans an entire room. Or they choose to add a large picture window to the front of the house, or add additional windows. Adding large or additional windows can increase the architectural interest of the home, as well as bring more natural light to the inside. However, more windows means more glass surface area, which also means more glass to clean. We’ve never met anyone that actually likes to clean glass. Fortunately, one of our preferred replacement window and door manufacturers, …
Condensation and Moisture on Replacement Windows and Doors in San Diego
Moisture or Condensation Observed on the Exterior of the Building Condensation on the exterior surface of a replacement window or door is NOT an indicator of a defective product or an issue with the installation. Exterior condensation is typically caused by ambient humidity, bushes near the windows, sprinklers or other moisture sources. In most cases the best remedy is to open the windows so that the temperature on the inside and outside surfaces can even out. Ultimately, the cause of condensation is a difference in temperature between the inside and outside surfaces. Please be aware that condensation on the window’s surfaces will not cause damage. …
