Sliding windows are one of the more popular styles of windows. They’re a common choice for contemporary and ultra-modern homes in Knoxville due to their minimalist appearance and large glass panes. While they’re easier to use than the usual swing-out and sash windows, they encounter unique problems.
In this post, Renewal by Andersen® of Knoxville shares three sliding window issues and how to fix them.
Sliding windows glide along a track, and over time, this part of the window will get bent out of its original shape. A bent track will cause operational problems for your windows, but they are fairly easy to tap back to its original shape. You simply need to place a piece of hardwood against it and tap with a hammer. Do this at your own risk.
Rattling is a fairly common problem in older and improperly installed windows, but it’s more apparent in sliding windows due to the way the frame sits on the track. If your sliding windows rattle due to old age, you can try to fit replacement insulation on them.
For improperly installed windows, we recommend you have them replaced. Rattling is actually an early warning sign of more serious structural consequences due to poor installation. At Renewal by Andersen of Knoxville, all of our windows are custom windows. This means we take into consideration the unique measurements of your home. When we install your new sliding windows, they are custom-fit according to the original openings’ dimensions so that they avoid these problems.
Sliding windows can also become the dirtiest type of window due to their track system. It’s easy for all kinds of dirt and debris to enter and accumulate in the tracks and make the window itself more difficult to operate. Simply cleaning the windows once a month prevents this dirt and debris accumulation and keeps your sliding windows in good health.
At Renewal by Andersen of Knoxville, we offer a range of high-quality windows, from sliding to bay windows. All of our windows are made with Fibrex® for maximum durability and are easy to maintain and clean.
Call us today at (866) 609-5033 for more information on our products and services. We install custom windows in Oak Ridge, TN, and other parts of Tennessee.
