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4 Clear Signs Your Windows Need to Be Replaced

Are your windows sending warning signals? Learn how to identify failing window seals, rot, sticky operation, and cold drafts.

Sign 1: Condensation or Fog Between Glass Panes

When the airtight seal holding insulating argon gas breaks, moisture creeps between panes, creating permanent foggy streaks that cannot be wiped clean.

Sign 2: High Energy Bills & Cold Floor Drafts

If room temperatures drop noticeably near windows during cold Utah winter nights, heat is escaping directly through worn weatherstripping and thin glass.

Sign 3: Difficulty Opening, Closing, or Locking

Swollen wood frames, warped vinyl, or rusted balance springs indicate structural fatigue and potential security vulnerabilities.

Sign 4: Frame Decay, Mold, or Water Damage

Soft wood sills, chipped paint, or water stains on surrounding drywall signal active water intrusion that can lead to structural rot.