Essential Tips on Fixing Rattling Windows

Do you sometimes hear these persistent sharp knocking sounds in your home? If so, then you might have a case of rattling windows. The culprit for this noisy disturbance is generally not hard to figure out: loose glass panes or loose frames. Either way, your windows are rattling because they aren’t secured properly.

 

To help you sleep peacefully at night, replacement window installation expert Renewal by Andersen® of Rapid City lists some tips on how to fix rattling windows:

 

1. Tighten up old single-pane windows with new glazing. The glazing compound called putty holds the glass in place and seals out the weather. Although it usually lasts for decades, the putty is susceptible to cracks, can become rock-hard and fall off the window at some point. If this happens, outside elements like wind and rain will leak inside. 

 

Cracked putty can be repaired by filling all-purpose powdered filler. The first step is to remove the old putty or wipe off flaking paint, then apply the filler using a filler knife. Let it dry down and settle before you start smoothing out the surface with an abrasive paper.

 

2. Apply weatherstripping around the windows. Weatherstripping is used to keep off rain and water from infiltrating your home while the interior air remains controlled. As it seals off open spaces and secures movable joints, weatherstripping makes your windows airtight. There are a lot of adhesive-style and nail-in options at local hardware stores for this common double-hung window repair solution, but they don’t usually last if not installed effectively. It’ll still be better to consider the expertise of window replacement professionals.

 

3. Repair rotten parts. When water penetrates wood, it destabilizes and becomes rotten eventually. As the wood dries up, it also shrinks and changes shape, making your windows loose. The best recommendation is to replace the rotten wood before further damages occur. 

 

Renewal by Andersen of Rapid City innovated the window industry with the Fibrex® frame. This material has improved insulation and moisture-resistant, so you won’t have to worry about your windows rotting and rattling. 

 

Whether your home needs an impressive bay and bow windows or an expansive picture window installation, you can enjoy the benefits of secure and energy-efficient windows with Renewal by Andersen of Rapid City.

 

Call us today at (605) 388-2644 or fill out this contact form to schedule a free, no-obligation consultation. Our service areas include Rapid City, SD, and surrounding communities.