r/windowrepair

I’m replacing the counter weights in some old 1940s windows. This is my first time doing this project, and this is the first window I’ve taken on. I annoyingly, the panel on my windows isn’t just a screw holding it in place, but the divider bead, which I have removed enough to access the panel. With everything out of its way, the panel won’t even budge. I’ve taken strong magnets and moved around the panel to see if I can find any hidden screws, but I couldn’t find anything. Also, the top window is stationary, so I’m trying to not take it out.

Is this style familiar to anyone? Any advice? Should I sacrifice a panel to see what’s going on inside?

I moved to a new place recently and these aluminum sunroom windows leak when it rains hard. Water comes in at the gap between the bottom window and window frame.

There aren't any weep holes I've looked up and down for them. Is it a bad idea to drill some small holes? Or am I missing a rubber seal that goes onto the bottom of the bottom sliding window?

I'm getting pretty frustrated with this issue. Want to figure out a fix to stop it from getting worse.

Mach e 2023 GT . Has impact spot but doesn’t seem to connect and the crack is so much bigger . Is this insurance issue or any shot at warranty?

With a regular amount of rain the window sills are getting a bit of water inside the house, any reason for this and how can it be fixed?

Last time a hurricane came through they completely overflowed but I assumed it was just too much water, but still didn't understand why water gets inside.

https://imgur.com/a/yjzwAqN

Hello, I have some rotted wood on the interior of this window. Is there anything I can do to replace this wood and seal so this doesn't happen in the future.

Edit: thank you for the help everyone! I went to the outside of the window and noticed there isn't any sealant/gasket on this bottom part. Is there a way to seal this to prevent water intrusion? Added pictures

hi. please help. all window is absolutely fine except one window which has constant fresh drip water coming from god knows where. i believe its a condensation. but i do i sort it out?

This is a Marvin sidlite in a French door that is about 5 years old. It appears to be discolored from the iner layer of glass with a rainbow colored oxidation. Can anyone let me know what is going on?

What can I do to get this back around the pane? Or, do I just need to put some caulk up there? I think it happened when an insulation crew was using our window to blow in new insulation but can’t prove that for sure

I’m remodeling my bathroom and the old window I have is definitely leaking. I’d like to install a new horizontal window. I’ve seen some in stock at Home Depot.

My plan is to reframe a new horizontal window that’s 30x15 inches above the shower range. I know the details of the exterior wall and I’m planning to replicate them. I’ll have to close the existing opening and create a new one.

I’m looking for advice or suggestions. Should I go ahead with this project?

I just bought a house and I am trying to figure out the best way to install blinds on these windows since the shapes are a bit of an issue.

The first picture shows my main setup where there is a decorative wooden frame around the window, but there are not really any flat surfaces on it. Inside that frame is a plastic casing that seems to be part of the actual window unit, so I am assuming I should not drill into that. I am stuck on whether I should try to drill and mount directly into the wooden frame even though it is tiered, or if I should just go above it into the drywall.

The second picture is the same style of window but it is over my kitchen sink where there is no drywall around the top at all. I found some Arlo faux wood blinds on Amazon that I really like, which I included in the third picture, but I am struggling with the logistics of the install. I would really appreciate any advice on how to handle the uneven molding or the lack of space in the kitchen.

Old windows on an old 1950s brick home. I am currently in process of home repairs. The glazing, or at least I believe is glazing(maybe a window gasket..?) is old and pulling away at the corners. How do I replace? I have weatherstripping caulk/cord per a home depot window associate, but I'm starting to think maybe this isn't the way to fix. The glaze or rubber is difficult to pull out, and the corners are the biggest issues, the rest seems flush.

edit: this is an older window with rivets. I read a post that these sometimes aren't serviceable. is there a DIY or somewhat temporary/permanent work around fix until new windows can be installed?

Weve been working on our new home which has sat empty for a few years since the owner passed. All but two windows are showing interior water damage. Im not versed in the terminology of window anatomy but after dealing what I can I've noticed the friggin flashing on most of the is slanted inwards funneling water into the the house. Is this something that the laymen can fix or do I need someone out here with a breaker to redo it? Included is the one window done right and an example of the rest. Any advice would be welcome!

Do I need to pop this long trim piece out to remove the window screen? The screen has tabs and tension clips at the top but it only moves a tiny bit when the tabs are pulled. There is no way pulling it up will get me the 1/2 inch I need for it to come out. The screen lools like it only comes out through the inside, due to the window frame. No label on the window.

How are these windows installed? It seems like the window is in the middle of the brick. I’ve normal exterior windows and they had an external frame you took off and replaced to swap the window. Any tips on how I get this out and replace it?

Pictured is an example of a working window.

So the windows in my house open via an unlock mechanism and then a turn handle to actually open the windows.

Over time 2 of my windows the opening mechanism I can only assume broke so the metal bit in the picture doesnt slide up/down anymore disengaging/engaging the lock so its stuck in a locked mode and I cant open the windows. Is there a way to force these windows open so I can look at replacing the lever? (current assumption) or do I have to take the entire window out?