Window damage is a massive issue for many individuals. What usually happens is that there is an accident of types, where the window is left open like a wound of your home. From here, the air from outside can get into the home, causing issues like increased heating and cooling, as well as increased chance of pests, and animals getting into your home, not to mention potential break-ins if the hole or crack is in a spot easily-viewable from the street.
Let’s look at some of the ways that your windows can become damaged and how, and if, you will be able to avoid them from happening in the first place.
Weather & Climate
The weather is a huge influence on how your windows will do over time. If you live in a place like Arizona, you will need to deal with the heat, which can expand the frames if the temperature gets to a certain level. Similarly, and on the opposite of that, if you live in a place like Massachusetts, or New England, in general, you will see that there are a few more issues. One of these is the icy cold temperatures versus the hot summers, causing expanding and retracting of materials. Similarly, hail, rain, and snow can all have effects on windows.
Physical Elements
These elements will be attributed to things, such as a child playing catch and accidentally hitting the window. Similarly, something like a break-in or an intentional breaking of a window may occur (although we hope not). The summertime is the most likely time for a physical breaking of the window due to more children playing outside in the summer sun.
Age
Older windows will have a more likely chance of failing over time. While they may do the job of keeping out animals, bugs, and rain, they may not be up to standard when it comes to keeping the air flow from entering the house.
If you need new windows for your home or need a professional to look at your windows to help determine when you will need new ones, feel free to contact us by filling out our contact form or by calling us at 781-899-6353.
