how do I get condensation out from between double-paned windows?
We had a bad rain and my window is clouded. I found the breach, but how do I clear up the condensation first?
Posted Jun 28, 2022, 6:24 PM UTC
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The seal has failed and you'll need to replace the pane or the window
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I'm crying...
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Well, you don't have to replace it but that is the recommendation. Once there's condensation between the panels, the seal has failed and it won't insulate.
Is it under warranty?
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I doubt it's under warranty. I don't get the insulation part. I will research more, but can't leave it this way! Thank you.
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Just call a local glass shop and get a quote to replace it.
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Yup. Probably a small fortune.
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You'd be surprised. Depending on what type of window you have they can just pop in a replacement pane. This guy does one in 5 min. Note: you can do it with the window still installed in the wall.
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I'm hoping it's not too expensive for me. The old person/fixed income story. Lol
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Just so you know a window with condensation in between the glass is not something that had to be fixed immediately or even soon.
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We had several windows that had moisture in them when we moved in. Called the company that the windows are from and the windows were from a time before. They actually warrantied the windows and fixed them all for free.
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Use a water snake near the bottom of the paned window. it is moister absorbent. You can also use isopropyl Alcohol for the purpose. A hair dryer is also a good tool to remove fog from the paned window.
All these cleaning steps can be read at - How to clean double paned windows
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depending on the size of the pane. remove pane.
wrap in plastic, add dessicant to the bag.
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Oh, hell, the window is huge.
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Well if there is condensation between the window then the seal is bad and you should replace it as the gasses are helping with insulation
I can see where the seal is broken. I was hoping I could get it dry enough to reseal it. It's not gonna happen without taking out the window, is it? This is the first time it happened. I'm freaked.
You can't really reseal a window with gasses magically re appearing
You can always call a pro but they will say replace it if you want better insulation
Shows how much I know. I did not know there were gases in there! Thank You.