If it is not that hard, then how do you do it ?
2006-07-07 14:30:59 · 9 answers · asked by ChrisJ 3 in Home & Garden ➔ Do It Yourself (DIY)
Depends on how high they are. Also what type is there now vs. the type that is going in. Are they the same size. Once you remove the trim you can see how simple it is. As long as you have someone there to help held it in. Remember leave a little room for superfacial expansion. If there in no room for the window to expand the glass could crack.
2006-07-07 16:18:37 · answer #1 · answered by Tom C 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Each house is different and each window type is different. If you're simply replacing without changing types or sizes, it shouldn't be too hard. A couple of guys could do a couple windows in an afternoon.
You may have to get a sawz-all to cut the old one out depending on how it's attached. Alternatively, you may need to take some siding off near the window. Either way, you're looking to free the window from the frame. They're either held on with screws on the sides or flanges all around. Unscrew the screws or cut the flanges. You'll want to have taken the sashes out ahead of time.
The window frame should pretty much fall out once you've detached it. Keep spare fiberglass insulation handy. Clean the opening, stuff insulation, double check for rot and caulk anything that's not moving.
Position the replacement window and wedge all four sides to adjust it. Make sure it's level, lined up with side of house/siding and fits without significant gaps.
Once positioned, secure per manufacturer recommendations. Caulk the hell out of it again. One good way to test is to make a loud noise on one side of window and see if you can hear from other. Sound and cold/hot air travel in similar channels.
ONE LAST THING!!! Don't forget to run the sashes/open the casement before calling it quits to make sure everything moves smoothly.
Good luck.
2006-07-07 14:42:36 · answer #2 · answered by oldmoose2 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Once You Remove The Trim Around The Window
(Inside And Out)
You Will See How Easy It Is
One Of The Easiest Home Improvement Projects
2006-07-07 14:35:27 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
windows are the type of repair where it's often worthwhile to hire someone. our house has about 20 windows, including 2 big ones, and 3 guys showed up and replaced them all in one day. price was only a little more (maybe $20 more each) than if self-installed.
2006-07-07 14:49:03 · answer #4 · answered by taxmannyc 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
simple as long as you have the correct tools and right size windows. just remove the old one thats held on with about 6 screws then put the new one in and screw it back. use a drill because its usualy hard to hold the window up by your self and you need as much speed as possible.
2006-07-07 14:35:08 · answer #5 · answered by thiscoolguy!! 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depends on what type of window.
If you have one of the older double hung wood sach windows, they are very easily to replace. Get someone to show you the first on and have at it. You can save a ton....
2006-07-07 14:35:28 · answer #6 · answered by Skypilot49 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it not hard at all go to lows or homedepot and you can get just about anything you for a window make sure your measurements are true and you can do it your self
2006-07-07 14:39:15 · answer #7 · answered by whiteboy 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it is not that hard u know if some one is helping u
2006-07-08 10:40:38 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well it can be hard
2006-07-07 14:34:30 · answer #9 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋