You were so excited about the installation of a replacement window in your room. You have chosen a picture window style in exchange for your double-hung window. With a picture window-style, you can get a view of San Francisco without opening the sashes. You simply need to pull up the blinds and set aside the drapes.  Every day, when you wake up, the skyline of San Francisco would greet you a good morning.

The contractors arrived, and the installation process lasted for only a couple of hours. After installation, you paid them, signed the warranty card, and got their contact numbers. You looked at your new window: untainted paint, unstained glass, and neat edges. You would like to preserve the clean and neat appearance of your newly-installed window. Hence, you sought the help of your contractor for window checkup and maintenance tips.

In San Francisco, contractors recommend that your windows be checked regularly to maintain their functionality and attractiveness. Windows need to be checked for dirt and dust buildup on the edges, openings, and sides. Window sashes could lock due to dirt and dust. When this happens, it would be difficult to open the window. Sweep off dust and dirt from the interior and exterior, and wipe window panes with a soft and dry cloth.

Aside from this, dried paint could lock window sashes as well. In order to remove dried paint from the window, run a sharp blade or knife along the sides. If the window remains stuck, tap a piece of wood on the frame. Replacement windows San Francisco professionals suggest repainting the window to restore the chipped paint.

Moreover, replacement windows San Francisco contractors recommend draft dodging your window before winter season. Window–match test is the easiest way to check for fissures and holes on window sides. Light a matchstick and hold it on the sides and edges of the window. If the light blows off and the smoke flutters, this means you need to place new weather stripping on your window. Air leaks with weather stripping foam rubber, felt, or vinyl.

In order to enhance the insulation capacity of your window, you can place a clear plastic cover on the interior or exterior of your window. San Francisco door and window experts say plastic cover creates a dead air insulating space around the window.