Windows

Taking a few moments to maintain your windows will allow you to get years of service from them. It is very important that you do not apply any window tinting or aluminum foil to your windows. This material helps moisture build up between your double pane windows, and voids any window warranty you have with the Builder or the manufacturer. You may notice moisture on the glass at the interior home portion of your windows from time to time. This is normal and usually due to the temperature difference between indoors and outdoors. Keep the condensation wiped away from the interior of your windows to avoid mildew.

Vinyl Windows and Door Frames- Your windows have vinyl frames. The Builder selected vinyl windows for your home because they are extremely durable and are very attractive. Vinyl windows are well insulated and resistant to fading for many years to come. The windows are double paned and should not allow moisture to build up inside the panes of glass. If you do find that moisture is collecting between the panes of glass, please call the manufacturer for warranty service. You will find manufacturer information in your “New Home Express Limited Warranty.”

To clean your windows, remove the moveable pane and wipe clean with warm soapy water and a soft cloth. Do not use cleansers or any abrasive cleansers, this will scratch the vinyl surface. Keep the tracks of your windows clean by vacuuming them. Do not allow debris to pile up as this can cause difficulty sliding the window open. If your window appears to be stuck, move the window back and forth to dislodge any material that may be stuck, a piece of debris could be stuck somewhere in the track. It does take technique to open and close the vinyl windows in your home. Use a doublehanded grip and pull straight back, these windows are designed to have a bit of resistance as a moisture barrier. Do not jerk the window open as you can warp the frame or break the seal. This will allow water to enter between the double panes of glass.

Weep holes are installed in all windows at the bottom of the exterior frame. This allows condensation that may get trapped inside the frame a way out of your home. Do not allow these holes to become plugged. You will need to regularly check these weep holes to make sure dirt or insects do not clog them. Sometimes you may feel air or dust coming through these holes, this is normal and cannot be warranted. Scratches, pits, cracks, or any other defect on any glass in your home is not warranted after close of escrow.

Aluminum Window and Door Frames- Your home may have aluminum windows and doorframes. These windows can last for years and are quite durable as long as you bear in mind a few tips to prolong their use. Remember that the aluminum product is soft and can be dented by rough use. Take care when opening and closing windows or doors.

To clean debris from the tracks, use a broom or vacuum. After that you can wash out the tracks with warm soapy water and a sponge. If your windows are not sliding freely, use an oil-free lubricant on the tracks. Oil attracts dust and debris and makes opening the window eventually more difficult. Weep holes are installed in aluminum windows as well as vinyl windows. Do not allow the weep holes to become clogged by dirt or debris. You should routinely check these weep holes to make sure water can escape through them. Typically dirt or insects clog the holes. No matter what height the window, you should always monitor these holes, as the Builder cannot be responsible for damage resulting from clogs. Sometimes you may feel air or dust coming through these holes; this is normal and cannot be warranted.