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Is it ok to install replacement windows in the winter?

I am scheduled to have new windows put in this week. Weather is going to be in the teens. Is this ok?

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1. no time is a bad time. once you get done you start saving.


2. So long as the windows are not a super-tight fit. The air is dry and the wooden frame will expand in the moisture of the summer. If someone professional did the measuring, and they're doing the install, there should be no problem.


3. Yes it is ok. You need to watch the caulking that is used to seal the window. Some will freeze and shrink to the point that they allow weep holes to open. The best thing to do is watch the caulking area and if you see a separation or crack in it, you will want to make sure to have them reseal or reseal it yourself. Most installation has a warranty, in case these things happen. Make sure to ask for it.

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   7years carpentry and remodeling



4. It is ok to install windows in the winter but you have to be careful about what type of sealing products are used. Usually a bead of caulk is applied to the face or frame of the house "under" the window lip. This seals the window to the house to prevent air infiltration. If the wrong sealer is used or applied improperly you will not get a good seal.

   Where the caulk is applied depends on the construction of the house and the type of window. This is where the expertise of your installer comes into play. An experieced installer will choose the proper sealants for the weather conditions. If you want to to know about sealants, here is a brief description of the types -

   Water based sealants: Water based sealants may freeze when used at temperatures lower than 32F. Care should be taken to follow the general cold temperature recommendations.

   Solvent based Sealants: These sealants will cure at a slower rate at lower temperatures due to a reduced evaporation rate of their carrier solvents. Although these sealants will thicken in response to the lower temperatures they will not freeze. Warming the sealant prior to use will improve the sealant’s flow properties. They also have cold weather application instructions.

   Moisture cure sealants: Generally these one part sealants which cure by reaction with moisture vapor are also temperature dependant. Therefore they will cure at a slower rate as the temperature drops. Polyurethane and silicone sealants are included in this category.

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   Two part silicone and polyurethane sealants : These cure chemically although they are also somewhat affected by colder temperatures in a similar manner to the one part sealants.

   If you want more information go to the web site and look for the installation instructions for the windows that you are getting. You could also call your installer and ask - see what they say. You can also get an empty tube of sealer from the job and look up the temperature specifications on the manufacturers web site.



5. no problem