How to Carry Out Vinyl Window Replacement

As a homeowner, it is your responsibility to ensure that the home looks good and a superb condition. One of the most noticeable parts of the house is the windows. Are the window panes still in place, or does the window look ugly and unkempt? To maintain the homeliness of your home, you need to ensure that your windows are clean and in a superb condition. If your windows don’t look particularly appealing due to old age, one of the best ways to give them some life is by carrying out window replacement where you install new ones.

Buying new replacement windows is costly, and more expense is added to the installation. Learning how to do them yourself will help you save on the installation fee. It is not a challenging task. You need to read and understand the instructions clearly. However, with this Total Home Oakville step by step vinyl windows replacement guide, you can do it like a pro. Take a peek.

Tools Needed

Before getting down to work, it is essential to gather all the tools you need. This helps you take a short time to do the job. Besides, if well prepared with everything, you can cut on vinyl windows replacement cost.

• Level
• Shims
• Tape measure
• Paint scraper
• Caulk gun
• Pry bar
• Fiberglass insulation
• Cordless drill
• Safety glass

1. Measure the Vinyl Window

• Taking measurements of your existing window will help you get the correct size of the new one for your window replacement project. Take measures for the interior width and height of the old window.
• Repeat this to ensure you order the exact right size of the window. There are many styles to choose from for your new window. Check if the window is energy-efficient and also consider the type of glass and warranty.
• After deciding on the window to go for, you can now place your order.

2. Get Rid of the Old Window

• Start by removing the inside molding and trim from the old window. Use a pry bar to separate these pieces and place them in a safe place.
• Now, pull the parting stops located on the upper parts of the window and put them in a safe place as well. You will require them for the new window.
• The next step is to get rid of the sashes. Separate the top sash from the bottom one, then pull it forward and outwards to remove it from the window. Pull the sash at the bottom towards where you are standing, in an upward and outward direction. You will not use these sashes later. You can dispose of them.
• For windows with sash liners, springs and pulley system should be removed. If yours is built with sash pockets, the weights should be pulled out.

3. Installation of the Window

• The first step here is to commence by preparing the unit opening. This is done by getting rid of the existing window and its components and scraping away old paint, caulks, and foam. Use a paint scraper to do this job.
• Check if the window fits in the opening. You can do this by holding the window in the space. For a perfect fit, there should be no significant gaps left between the jamb and the window.
• Now caulk window opening to avoid drafts and water damage. Run a thin bead of caulk at the stool’s meeting point and the window seal and apron. Also, don’t fail to apply caulk on the opening’s header and the outer blind stops.

4. Fit the Window to the Frame

• At this step you need to set the bottom snuggly on the sill and then tilt it to fit well. Then fix the exterior frame of your unit from the inside up to the opening blind stops. This will ensure it is well secured. Use the level to check if the window is in level.
• To ensure that the frame does not warp as you screw the window into place, use more shims at the back of the screw hole.
• Put the screw in the old holes and screw the window in to secure it. Check for any openings between the frame and the window and use low pressure foam to close them.
• Lastly, put back the molding and trim pieces you had taken off from the old window. Carrying out vinyl window replacement is that easy.