Long-Term Maintenance for Your Double Hung Windows

Dirt in the air, extreme weather and sunlight exposure can wear down your double hung windows. You might think that double hung window repair is the solution. However, there is a faster and easier way to get it back to its peak condition. All you need to do is clean your windows.

This video explains why this is a great habit to get into.

Why Cleaning Matters

When your windows are exposed to dirt, rain, or sunlight, they can get damaged. Most of the time, however, the exposure can be left unchecked. This means your windows suffer, even when it’s a nice day out. With proper maintenance and cleanliness, you can preserve your window. This can lead to more than thirty years of practical use without a single scratch.

Benefits of Cleaning

When you clean your windows, you accomplish many things at once. You bring your windows back to its prime state and get rid of scratches, stains and cracks. You also make the view cleaner and better. Once you clean your replacement window installation, you also bring in more natural light into each room.

How to Clean It Properly

Cleaning your windows doesn’t have to be a chore. Our Fibrex® frames and low-E glass ensure long-lasting protection. Here’s a step-by-step cleaning procedure:

• Set up a schedule for cleaning your windows, like once or twice every year. Don’t clean on a sunny day, since the light can easily dry up the cleaning solution and create water stains.

• Get a soft glass cleaner or cloth. Avoid sponges, if possible.

• Use a glass cleaning solution or mix a mild detergent with water.

• Wipe back and forth, covering the whole glass. For double hung windows, clean both sashes.

• During the cleaning, support the sash. Failure to do so can lead to injury or damage to your home and window.

• Be sure to clean out any screens and locks to keep them in peak condition.

• Inspect your window after cleaning, especially the glass and weatherstripping. This applies to all our windows, from double hung to picture window installation.

At Renewal by Andersen of Rapid City, we want to help you get the most of your installations. We serve homeowners in and around Rapid City, SD. You can call us at (605) 341-7831 or fill out this form to request a quote.