Double Glazing Just About Shot

[taichiperson]

Is there a way to have your existing double glazing reset in some way? A few of our units have condensation inside. Does this mean they are less efficient, and what options might we have for repairing as opposed to replacing?

[2sp_]

In my old house, the living room and kitchen windows were blown.

Rather than replacing the whole window, I ordered just the double glazing window glass bit (if you now what I mean), not the actual frame.

Worked out a lot cheaper than replacing the whole windows. Changed them over with help from my dad. Not easy, but worth the saving.

[gingejbee]

Lots of local companies advertise a "replace your faulty double-glazed units" service. Local papers, free sheets, phone a local company direct...
If there is condensation inside the "sealed" unit....you'll need to replace.

[bookbinder]

Look in Yellow Pages under Double Glazing Repair. You'll find someone who will replace just the panes.

[The Builder]

I agree with the others. Once the spacer seal has leaked, the efficiency goes way down.

For replacement glazing, take the opportunity to go for "Low -E" glass (low emissivity)........... also ask for "argon-filled" units.

[Alex_Higham]

Normally, if it is just condensation within the window, it is only necessary to replace the glass and possibly the seals around the glass; without having to have new frames.

At this stage, I would do as has been suggested by bookbinder and get a few quotes from small local firms. Avoid the Nationally advertised firms who are unlikely to do any better job than the 'little man' who will be a lot cheaper and will want your recommendation locally.

[BRIGHT SPARK]

If you choose Low-E glass make sure it will match surrounding windows, as it can look different from some glass if viewed from certain angles.