Excessive window condensation can be annoying. Condensation from the windows can drip down to the floor, block the view, or freeze on the glass. Renewal by Andersen® of Westchester and Fairfield County offers replacement windows that can fix this problem. In this two-part blog series, we’ll explain the mechanics of condensation and talk about how our windows can help. First, we talk about how condensation forms on your window glass.
How does condensation form on my windows?
Imagine a cool glass of water sweating on a hot summer day. Window condensation works the same way. Condensation forms when warm and moist air contacts a cold surface. This occurs because the cool air near the cold surface can’t hold as much moisture as the warm air surrounding it. The excess moisture then forms on the cold surface as condensation.
Excess condensation can indicate high levels of indoor moisture and the low energy efficiency of your current windows. The best solution for excess moisture is to contact an expert in Westchester windows like us to analyze the condition of your windows and to recommend a solution.
Where does indoor moisture come from?
Indoor moisture comes from the everyday activities of you and your family members. For example, cooking three meals per day adds five pints of water to the air. Showers add half a pint. Regular perspiration and breathing by a typical family of four adds half a pint of water every hour. This leads to a family of four adding over 18 gallons of water every week. That’s why we recommend talking to a specialist in windows in Westchester, NY, like us. We can determine if your current windows can deal with your family’s daily activities.
How can I reduce excess humidity?
You can reduce excess window condensation and excess indoor humidity by following our tips. Improve your home’s energy efficiency by installing our energy-efficient Westchester window and door replacements. Create good air circulation with mechanical or natural ventilation. Use an exhaust fan in your bathroom and kitchen. Ventilate your attic and install a vapor barrier in your crawl space. Make sure that you ventilate your gas appliances and clothes dryer.
You can decrease excessive window condensation by investing in our energy-efficient replacement windows and by reducing your home’s indoor moisture. Our replacement windows come standard with features that can keep your window surface warm and prevent condensation. These include our High-Performance™ Low-E4® glass, low-conductivity spacer, and insulating gas fills. Call us at (866) 609-5033 to learn more about window condensation. You can also request for a free estimate.
Check the second part of our blog post, where we go in-depth on the energy-efficient functions and features of our windows. We explain how they can reduce condensation. We also talk about the other benefits of our windows such as reduced energy bills, and improved comfort levels.
