Window & DoorCare
A little care, twice a year.
Good windows and doors need very little. A few minutes before the rain and a few after keep them sealing, sliding, and locking for decades.
Every fall,before the rain.
Three checks, fifteen minutes.
01
Check the weatherstripping
Look for gaps, tears, or seals that have gone flat. A draft you can feel in October is a leak in December.
02
Clear the drain holes
Most windows and patio doors have small drain holes at the bottom of the outside frame. Keep them clear so rain drains out instead of in.
03
Vacuum the tracks
Dirt in a slider track wears the rollers and makes the door drag. A vacuum and a damp cloth is all it takes.
Any time.
Cleaning, and what to leave alone.
01
Glass
Mild soap and water, or a gentle glass cleaner, with a soft cloth. No razor blades, scouring pads, or harsh chemicals.
02
Frames
Wipe with mild soap and water. Touch up painted or stained wood when the finish wears, so water never reaches bare wood.
03
No pressure washers
A pressure washer can force water past the seals and into the wall. Use a garden hose and a soft brush.
04
Locks and hinges
Keep them clean. If one gets stiff, use what the maker recommends, not whatever is in the garage.
05
Wood entry doors
Wood needs its finish kept up to handle Oregon rain. Fiberglass and steel just need a wipe down.
06
Condensation
Water on the inside of the glass on a cold morning is usually indoor humidity. Run the bath and kitchen fans. Fog between the panes is different: the seal has failed. Call us.
Every window and door comes with a care guide from its maker. Where it differs from this page, follow it. It can affect the maker's warranty.
Something wrong?Call us.
If something we installed leaks, drafts, or sticks, it is covered for 5 years.