Replacing a window can be a lot of work, but you can save some money by doing it yourself. Window replacement can also be straightforward, especially if you can find the same size of windows for sale you can install yourself. Here are the 6 steps of window replacement.
- Remove Old Window: To put a new window in, the old one must come out. Using a crowbar or a similar tool you can go around the window and pull it out.
- Lining Up: Make sure to straighten up and measure your new window. It may not be the same, so some additional material may be used to fill in the gaps, but the window should not be fitting snuggly.
- Place: When things are lined up you can start to install. Make sure to wrap as you go if necessary, and then when it is in place you can start nailing it in.
- Wrap: When the window is in place, add another layer of wrap. Make sure the wrap is tight and clean as you pull it around.
- Insulation: Insulating your window is essential to creating a clean seal between the interior and the outside world. Most use foam insulation because it is easy to install and expands to fill the cracks.
- Cleaning Up: From here, it is time to clean up. Cut off the excess foam that is sticking out and possibly painting any areas around the window that need it.
While there is lots of work to be done when doing DIY window replacement, the steps are simple. Just follow the steps for proper installation and your window replacement should go smoothly. Of course, if this seems too complicated or too inconvenient for your busy schedule, just call your local window replacement company to take care of it.
