It’s annoying when you’re driving and moisture on the windshield blocks your view of the road. The same is true when this happens to your windows at home. Window and door glass can collect moisture during cold weather. This will block your view, and the moisture can drip to your floor or appliances. Sometimes, it freezes on the glass.
Many homeowners have questions regarding condensation on their doors and windows in Mason, Ohio. Renewal by Andersen® of Cincinnati has the answers.
Q. What are the common signs of condensation?
A. Some of these signs are: your home feels damp; some interior surfaces are stained or discolored; a musty smell, probably due to mold or mildew; wood furniture shows warping; and wall paint cracks, peels, or blisters.
Q. Are there windows that experience more condensation than others?
A. Bow and bay windows in Loveland, Ohio typically have more condensation than other window types, as the air circulation around these windows is more restricted. They may also be a bit cooler because they hang away from the wall. Added insulation above and below the window platform usually corrects this problem.
Q. What causes the condensation?
A. Excess moisture condenses when the warm air that contains it hits a cooler surface. The moisture condenses because the cooler air surrounding the cool surface cannot hold it quite as well as the warm air. Condensation on your windows may mean the indoor humidity is too high and could be causing damage to parts of the house.
Q. What is humidity?
A. It’s the moisture or water vapor present in the air. It’s mostly invisible, except when there’s enough condensation, as in the case of ground fog and steam. Condensation on your windows and door glass, as well as on walls and inside closets, can be a sign of excess humidity. Excess humidity may cause health problems and trigger asthma and allergies.
Q. Is exterior condensation just as bad as interior condensation?
A. The dew that forms on the outside of your specialty windows in Sharonville, Ohio is not a bad sign. It’s only natural. When your windows are fully insulated and functioning, condensation may form on the outside. This only means your windows are energy efficient.
The experts at Renewal by Andersen® can answer more of your questions regarding condensation and how to avoid seeing it on your windows, doors, and other surfaces of your home. With our windows, you can be sure of greater beauty, durability, and energy efficiency.
Call us today at (866) 609-5033 to learn more about our windows and other products.
