WINDOW REPAIR DOOR REPAIR IN WILMINGTON NC
VINCENT J PARISI LOCAL HANDYMAN HOME IMPROVEMENT CONTRACTOR
 910-228-8265

28 years of serving the Carolinas in vinyl replacement windows] glass repair] door replacement] door repair] Anderson] Pella]

REPAIRING WINDOWS & DOORS
Hurricane damage can result from wind-borne debris, flooding, fallen trees, sustained winds and strong gusts, driving rains, and other water intrusion. This Technical Brief will guide homeowners and contractors when repairing damaged windows and doors. 
STEP 1:Assess the Extent of Damage
Before expending time, effort, and money on a building that is not structurally sound, conduct a quick structural evaluation. If damage compromises the structural integrity of the home, consult a professional engineer. When in doubt, call a professional.
FIVE SIGNS OF STRUCTURAL DAMAGE: 
4The structure shifted on the foundation
4There are broken pilings, shifted stairs, or slanted walls
4The foundation shifted or floors are not level
4Crawlspace or foundation walls have cracked or caved in
4Erosion cut into the soil to the bottom of the foundation or has undermined the foundation
Has a tree limb fallen through the window, or do you just need to replace broken glass? Does the wall have to be rebuilt first, or can you replace the existing window now? The answers to these questions will help you plan your window and door repairs.
When replacing storm-damaged windows and doors, look for signs of existing leaks (e.g., wet or water-stained wall framing or sheathing) and examine framing members for structural problems. While storm-damaged window and door components may be repaired in a variety of ways, the source of any pre-existing moisture problems should first be identified and corrected. Otherwise, a mold problem may develop inside the walls or the repaired parts may deteriorate well before their time. New window and door components may be racked or damaged if they are made to fit in a water-damaged, out-of-square framing opening. Figure 1 illustrates the different window and door components.
STEP 2: Determine the Most Appropriate Window and Door Repair Strategy
Depending on the extent of the damage, window and door repair may be as simple as replacing a damaged window sash or door. However, if the window track, jamb, or other frame components have been damaged, replacement of the entire unit may be required. Table 1 highlights several different window and door repair options, which are described in more detail below. 
WINDOWS
Replace Window Sash and Track—Replacement sash units are popular for partial window replacement and are produced by most window manufacturers. These inserts come in a kit, which includes the sash and track (jamb liners) with a counterbalance mechanism and hardware. They are stocked in a variety of sizes or can be custom fabricated with a choice of glazing (window glass).

Table 1. Window and Door Repair Options

Only door lockset and/or hinge hardware is damaged: 4 Replace door lockset and hinge hardware

Some window/door components are damaged, but frame and surrounding wall are undamaged, plumb, and square 4 Replace window glass, sash, track, and/or sill 4 Install new secondary window (which includes thin retrofit frame) within existing window frame 4 Install new door in existing door frame and weatherstrip 4 Install new secondary door (which includes thin retrofit frame) within existing door frame

Window/door components and frame are damaged, but surrounding wall is undamaged, plumb, and square 4 Completely replace existing window assembly, including frame 4 Completely replace existing door and frame with new pre-hung door

Window/door components, frame, and surrounding wall are damaged 4 Rebuild/repair wall surrounding window/door so that opening is structurally sound, plumb, and square 4 Completely replace existing window assembly, including frame 4 Completely replace existing door and framewith new pre-hung door

REPAIRING WINDOWS & DOORS