double glazing is condensating, only fitted a year ago, house 20 years old?

Question

there can be upto half the window filled with water, not steam, which then runs down the window onto the ledge causing puddles. this is then getting under the ledge and causing it to rise up. also, when you open the windows up water can be found in the bottom of the frame.it can be found on every window in the house, even the doors. we were given a fensa certificate when they were fitted, is it worth anything? does this sound normal?

what does the fensa certificate give me is it a form of guarantee? or is it to say the windows are fitted properly! thanks

Answer 1

as double glazer, it seems like the company might have been FENSA certified but their materials isnt right. the seal (black edging between the glass and aluminum) has either shrank or cracked... because of poor production. if i was you i'd call the company again and tell them your problem, and ask if the seals can be replaced or the double glazed glass can be checked.. it could be also that the edging of the glass (where the 2 slabs of glass join ( | | ) there is a sliver metal strip going round. that could be defective as well.. number of couses for the water. because its at the bottom the frame one of the sealant materials has corrupted

Answer 2

I am in the industry so let me start by saying that this sounds like a standard seal failure issue. Most window or glass manufacturers will have warranties beyond one year. Usually they are lifetime or twenty years. Anyway, who was the manufacturer of the product? I would suggest contacting them for evaluation, if they refuse let them know you will call BBB and Registrar of Contracting. If that threat does not work, DO IT. Nothing makes them jump faster than having BBB or ROC on their behinds.

The condensation is coming through a very small pore in the compound. Since there is always moisture (humidity) in the air, when the night cools the moisture settles down on whatever it lands upon (Dew on grass, windowsills, etc.) Then the next day when the sun rises it will heat and evaporate the water (steam) which will rise. This then gets trapped in the glass and usually attaches to the surfaces internally since it has nowhere else to go.

Ultimately, your problem is truly with the manufacturer and they need to resolve it due to poor workmanship. If they do not, report them and post their name on this forum for exploitation.

Best of luck!

Answer 3

Did your old windows condense? Double glazing will only reduce the the amount of condensation, it is not designed to prevent condensation. The windows probably have been fitted correctly, it is your living conditions which create too much humidity. try to reduce the humidity, open windows (night vent setting for security). There is nothing wrong with getting a cloth and actually wiping the water up before it causes more damage.

Answer 4

If the water is INSIDE the unit itself it is sounds like the unit has failed.ring the suppliers and mither them.There sounds like alot of water though so you may need drain holes which should be there already or the glass may not be the right thickness which would make it loose and water would easily get in. .Being FENSA backed you should have no problems in getting it done for nowt! as it is their responsibility.If the water is on the inside of the window it is more than likely condensation.

Answer 5

i became one 3 hundred and sixty 5 days previous and working around in Upland like a holy terror with my mom chasing after me. My mom became probable questioning if she became pregnant with my little sister approximately this time 20 years in the past too.

Answer 6

it seems to me that your double glazing hasnt been fitted in proply because my nans douuble glazing is perfectly fine n yh shes older than 20 so i would just think about that if i was u

Answer 7

condensation forms due to lack of air movement if windows have vents at top leave them open and it may settle. probably started 'cause the drafts have stopped, try not to shut doors fully, to keep air circulating

Answer 8

of course its not normal ..go back to the company who fitted them ..tell them you want action immediately ..

Answer 9

it's crap double glazing! I have the same!

Answer 10

your humidity is too high inside your house