Mount Vernon, WA Home Inspection (King of the House): Failing Windows

As I inspect around the Pacific Northwest, even in the older homes, I usually see newer windows: thermal pane vinyl or sometimes aluminum. But, sometimes at older homes, the inspector will find old single pane glazed windows. Obviously, such windows are not as energy efficient as newer windows. However, often the bigger problem is plain and simple -- a lack of maintenance. The window below is an example. The glass is about to fall out and if it is held in by anything it would have to be a few old metal glazing points. A buyer, who wishes to repair and maintain such windows, can fix them up for awhile. He or she might even want to fix them and put storm windows in place over them. Realistically, at this point, it would probably be better to upgrade to more modern and energy efficient windows.

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Steven L. Smith

www.kingofthehouse.com