How can I remove and stop condensation forming in my front windows?
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Linda Napier
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How can I remove and stop condensation forming in my front windows it’s a large window I had it priced for a new one almost $4000 there must be away to solve this thank you
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You may just need to reglaze. Cold air from outside may be seaping inside and when it hits the warmed room, you are getting condesation. Make sure whoever you get to do it cleans the old glazing out first. I tried to diy, and it looked like a kindergartener did it. Experienced hands make a difference.
Check your relative humidity level, 40% or a tiny bit less is ideal. If its higher than than, that is your problem. Purchase a DE humidifier sized to the square footage of the room.
Unfortunately it sounds like there are seals that have cracked or come loose around the window over time. You may not even be able to get to them or see them. When that happens, moisture can get in there and there is no way to clean it out. A new window may be your best bet. A couple of things though. Have you looked at any auction houses for new windows. $4000 is A LOT of money for a window. By that amount, I am thinking it must be enormous! But the good thing is that auction houses may have a lot of windows in all different sizes. When we put in our addition 8 years ago, We found a very large window with an arch that would easily cost $3000 at an auction house for $400. It was amazing! You would have to find a couple of handymen to put it in but what a savings right? Also, you could also hide the moisture. I know it would be a bandaid but have you thought about putting a pretty film on it or finding a vintage stained glass to put in the window that someone wants to get rid of. I don't know...just throwing out ideas! Good luck
I assumed single pane glass, and you assumed double pained. Not sure which she has, but if its double pane, you are correct, not much you can do about it. However, we have a glass company here, in Bozeman Montana, that will take out the window, and re seal it, FAR less than a new window. Good luck
Are you running exhaust fans when cooking, baking, showering? Any humidity coming from these areas could be adding to your humidity. When operating a dehumidifier, all windows and doors to that area should be kept closed.