Leaking window frame
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I have water coming through at the base of the window frame leaking onto the inner cill. It could be the batten between the glass and the cill.
There is also water leaking under the window frame and dampening the bricks .
It is all bare wood and bricks so I cannot use anything that will show on the surface.
I cannot work outside until the weather improves so what can I do now internally ? Thanks
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Ken
on Dec 11, 2017
Nothing. You have water coming in from the outside but you don't want to work outside. Anything you do inside will not stop the water and will likely make problems worse by trapping the water. -
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Chas' Crazy Creations
on Dec 11, 2017
Here is an article that might help - http://www.hgtv.com/design/decorating/clean-and-organize/finding-the-source-of-a-window-leak -
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Sandra Allen
on Dec 11, 2017
I hope this helps. It's some videos on fixing the problem. Sadly, since you can't work outside, you will need help. Do you belong to a church or community center where you can advertise for it?https://www.google.com/search?q=stopping+exterior+window+leaks&rlz=1C1BLWB_enUS700US700&tbm=vid&source=lnms&sa=X&ved=0ahUKEwiVnZ6fooLYAhVmImMKHUL6Cu0Q_AUIDCgD&biw=1422&bih=684&dpr=1.13 -
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Cynthia H
on Dec 11, 2017
You might want to have someone repair it, even temporarily to prevent water damage. Since it's leaking into the house, I doubt your homeowner's insurance will cover it, but, it's worth checking into. Is there some way to cover that area on the outside, even with plastic until milder weather? -
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Ken
on Dec 11, 2017
Sorry I wasn't of any help but it sounds like you have a plan. I'm wondering if stapling some clear plastic over the outside would not be a better choice.You must have old wooden windows Norman. They use something called "glazing putty" along with glazing points to hold the glass in. Difficult part about using caulk is how much more difficult it will be to dig out when you do a proper refit. I'm not quite picturing the way your windows are installed but the sills must have some rot to them. When you get to doing the repairs in the spring there are some good products available to fill missing areas. It's like car body filler. I can recommend what I use here but often find that the UK has different brands available. Best of luck.
Chas' Crazy Creations
on Dec 11, 2017
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