WINDOW Leak

WINDOW LEAKING?

Not only can a leaking window make your home less comfortable, but it can undermine the structural integrity of your walls or cause mold growth. Luckily, there’s a wide range of ways to fight back against leaks, as long as you have the right tools and expertise. But first, it’s crucial to diagnose the problem accurately.

One immediate trick to help pinpoint the cause of your leak is to spray a hose along the edges of your windows. After it is thoroughly tested, look for areas where the moisture is coming through. From there, you may be able to identify home repairs that you or a professional can handle, such as clogged gutters redirecting water or missing shingles on your roof.

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How To Fix a Leaking Window

Even though any homeowner will try to fix "simple" issues at home fixing a window leak, this is not an easy task. The easiest fixes is to recaulk the window from outside of the window with a caulk removal tool to cut away the damaged caulk. Then reseal the window using exterior grade caulk, we recommend the best material on the caulk, repeat the process on the inside using regular silicone caulk.

Replace a damaged or cracked seals to stop window leaks is the first step any homeowner should do. However, this usually involves removing the siding around the window or even removing the window altogether. If you consider the repair will involve removing the window, count on Rapid Recovery Team for these repairs and CALL US NOW to get your FREE quote on window leak damage.