What can I do about moisture between my double pane windows?

Answer 1

Double pane glass is sealed at the factory. If you have moisture, the seal has been broken. The only solution is to replace the window. Check the warranty to see if you qualify.

Sorry that you wanted a cheaper answer, but anything else is a waste of time.

Answer 2

The moisture is there because the Thermopaine seal around the glass and the aluminum spacer between the two panes of glass has failed and its let in moist air from the inside of the house, which condenses on the outside INNER glass and is visible as condensate.

You can replace the entire section of glass by removing the window and getting a new one, many companies do this and this is a common problem with theremopane glass. This costs about $150 for full service on average size glass.

However, you can also do a repair. Remove the glass from the window pane, allow it to heat in front of a portable electric heater with a fan, letting it drive out the moist air from the center. This will take about an hour. Then take ordinary Silicone RTV sealant in a calk gun and apply this to the outer seal edge perimiter thoroughly and let it sit for about 4 hours then just before installation and after the first coat of Silicone RTV has set up, give it a second coating around the entire perimerter and install it in the frame.

You might see some moisture staining between the glass, but if its minor it will probably be just fine , this will repair the window glass and it will last indefenitely.

Answer 3

i use to make windows, the seal the holds the 2 panes together has a whole it it somewhere, when the pane is made the rubber is applied with one corner still open, then the other glass is put on top, it is run threw a machine that is hot on top and bottom, and compresses the glas together, the is a metal strip in the rubber so the pane will be even all the way around, the when it comes out of the roller, just a touch of air is put insoge the pane then quickly closed, the reason for the aire is to keep the two peices of glass from touching in warm weather, so, if you want you can take the pane out od the frame, where ist just the glass find the whole by pouring water one each side of the pane, the using air to blow on it, once the whole is found you will see water go inside the pane, then get a blow dryer, and set it on the hottest setting, put it where the whole is, till it gets soft, then use then, using a screw driver, a small one, make the whole just a little bigger so you can put just a touch of air in it then use a popsicle stick, or small knife and close it quickly, then put it back together, then use the blow dryer on medium heat and put it on the pane, till all the water inside is evaperated, then your done

or, you can take it to a window shop and have them do it for you, or replace the whole thing

good luck

P.S wear gloves so you dont cut your hand

Answer 4

Now that the moisture is in there, it indicates that you have a leak, or it is unsealed somewhere. Obviously, this is hard if not impossible to find and seal, so this is what you do. If you have a drill, drill a small hole in the corner of the window. Now it doesn't have to be in the glass itself. Put the hole in the wood frame or through the vinyl. You'll probably have to remove the window to do this. It's not difficult. This will solve the problem with the trapped moisture. To speed up the solution, drill a hole at the bottom left corner, and the top right corner. This allows positive ventilation, and should eliminate the problem. The hole should be no bigger than 1/8 ".
You shouldn't find any loss of heat or a/c through the holes. If you do, then simply cover the small hole with tape or putty.

Answer 5

Moisture between the panes of double pane windows indicate that the seal has failed. Easiest route, replace the windows. Newer windows may also increase the efficiency of the old window due to newer materials/techniques. A double pane window with a broken seal is costing you money in the form of higher heating/cooling bills.

Answer 6

You need new windows or at lest a new sash. The seal between the 2 panes has failed which also means the the argon gas is gone as well. The argon gas keeps heat from transferring from one side to the other. Sometimes your able to simply replace the glass pack, but it really wouldn't hurt to replace the frame and all. Call a glass company and get a few bids and make your decision from there. Good luck

Answer 7

First, find out who the manufacturer is. Look carefully at the windows and see if there is some indication. Companies like Marvin, Anderson, Pella and some others have lifetime warranties on their windows and this is a covered event. Once you determine the manufacturer, look up your model number on their website to see whether there has been a recall and what your specific rights are under their warranty. You may find that they replace the window for free. Also, if you have had the windows professionally tinted, many tint installers who are also manufacturer's take over the window manufacturer's warranty and will also replace the windows when there is condensation between the panes.

Answer 8

Most double pane windows should have silicon granules already incorporated to soak up condensation. To have moisture in between means there is a leak to the outside air.

Answer 9

Contact the manufacturer and hopefully they are under warranty. There is a gas injected and sealed between the glass panes, and that has failed.

Basically, replace them.

Answer 10

Sue the people that installed them! There is NOTHING you can do about, the seals are faulty, thats all .