Are you looking to fix your double hung windows in the Fairfield County, CT and Northern New Jersey area? A broken double hung window can be a very simple fix as long as you know what you are looking for and can maneuver the pieces out. Depending upon the problem, it can be a DIY project, even for the inexperienced. You must understand how the window works and what the individual pieces are called, which we will walk you through. In addition, you should always know when fixing double hung windows is out of your league and call for professional like Prime Home Improvements to help so as not to damage the window further. This should only be the case if you need to replace a broken locking terminal or re-string the pulley mechanism. As for anything else, you can do it in a matter of minutes.
What to do?
Look at the damage.Most of the time, because of the extreme weather conditions in the Fairfield County, CT and Northern New Jersey areas the window sash is the item in need of repair when fixing double hung windows. The sash is the horizontal cord that is at the bottom of each window. These are attached to a weight in the window frame and can get stuck.
Remove the window sash off of the vinyl track. Use caution when pulling it from the jamb liner by keeping the sash low and level. Lube the cord with paraffin wax and then replace. This may have fixed the double hung windows. If not, take a look at the cartridge. This is done by removing the foam cap at the tip of the jamb liner. Release the S-clip and then proceed to slide out the balance cartridge.
If it is damaged, you will need to replace it, which can be purchased from a home improvement store.
Fixing double hung windows can be a bit of trial and error to see where the problem is. As long as you can diagnose the problem, then fixing the windows can be very easy. Make sure you always keep the windows from going up or down as you work on them. If one is working and the other is not, compare components to make it easier to see where the problem is. Should all else fail, then call out a professional like Prime Home Improvements and know that you made a solid attempt.
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