How to Replace a Basement Window in Concrete (DIY Step-by-Step)

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@TheMccanntm 10 ай бұрын

As a general contractor who has done this dozens of times you did it exactly the way that I would. The only tip that I could give you is after you apply that caulk spray a ammonia-free window cleaner on it as well as your finger and you can smooth it out and it won't stick to anything that you sprayed. You can also use a popsicle stick that is sprayed. Otherwise you did a fantastic job. I would make it a more obvious point to the diy to use the window and door spray foam because it doesn't have the PSI expansion of regular expanding foam. Which is exactly what you want on a door window 👍👍

@phoenyxyates5597 5 ай бұрын

Dipping your finger into hot soapy water works too

@bl9531 3 ай бұрын

Thx for sharing your expertise

@markjohnson1482 2 ай бұрын

As a general contractor what is your opinion of all the comments that say there should have been screws used to secure the window?

@bradymboyd Жыл бұрын

I used this video to replace five basement windows just like these shown in the video. The most difficult part was removing the old frames, and I did have to buy an oscillating blade for this. Thanks, helpful video.

@anthonyrandazzo8836 Жыл бұрын

Attention DIYers!! When he is applying caulk along the bottom edge of the window, you’ll notice that he avoids filling in the two holes at the bottom edge. These holes allow water to drain out and should be unobstructed.

@AndrewThronImprovements Жыл бұрын

Good point

@oliviagonzalez7126 Жыл бұрын

Not to ask a dumb question- but the little rectangular shaped ones on the left and right? I want to make sure I'm following

@anthonyrandazzo8836 Жыл бұрын

@@oliviagonzalez7126 yes. The little rectangular holes at the bottom let water escape. You don’t want to cover those.

@oliviagonzalez7126 Жыл бұрын

@@anthonyrandazzo8836 awesome! Thank you!

@samerabboud 11 ай бұрын

good point!

@zell9058 Жыл бұрын

Caulk smoothing is a trigger for some folks😂 Every time I try and smooth it out, be it with a tool or finger i just make a bigger mess. As long as the bead is covering what it needs to cover i leave it be. I’ve enjoyed following your build and just started my own basement office build. Good stuff, keep it coming.

@meenajag3319 9 күн бұрын

the trick is to not put too much, then its easy to smooth without spreading it everywhere. When you cut your tube , cut the hole small so "alot" does not come out, that way you can control it better. If you have too much caulking coming out, its frustrating and messy.

@gabisharon1184 Жыл бұрын

You so humble. Thanks for sharing your wisdom

@b-ry9458 Жыл бұрын

Here's a tip I've learned while using spray foam, apply painters tape to all the surfaces surrounding the area you down want the foam to make contact, this will make clean up much more efficient.

@AndrewThronImprovements Жыл бұрын

That’s a good tip! Thanks for watching!

@rowebil00 Ай бұрын

I saw one of your timelapse videos where you did this and I was going to look this up for more details... turns out you were ahead of the game. Thanks for this video!

@dioniciogamez6175 Жыл бұрын

This is exactly what i was looking for, my house was built in the early 30's and has steel framed basement windows

@CoachMitchellh 9 ай бұрын

I think you just saved me $800 on a contractor. I'm going to replace my window, by my damn self.

@CoryRI81 9 ай бұрын

Just make sure you don’t do it the way it was done in this video and you’ll be fine.

@bryanads1899 5 ай бұрын

@@CoryRI81 Would you mind elaborating on specific areas for improvement, please? I'm genuinely curious to learn. It seems to me he has done a nice job and has graded himself fairly, so I'd love to know what you suggest to make it an A+ job. Thank you.

@TheSeriesofTubes 3 ай бұрын

@@bryanads1899lag bolt a pressure treated buck into the foundation wall, wrap the buck with a butyl flashing tape, set the window into the buck, caulk, trim and caulk to the top 3 sides of the foundation wall.

@cheezWiz68 Жыл бұрын

I looked for RedHeads to physically mount the window in the opening with hardware. A bunch of choices. Use a concrete bit, drill 2 holes on each side, (after level/plumb with shims), right thru the window frame, inside the side tracks, thru the shims, and into the concrete. Be mindful of the head you choose so that it can be flushed or counter-sunk, depending on the window design and not interfere with the window opening or closing. Worked marvelous. Then I continued with the spray foam and everything else. Turned out great and I know it will be harder to kick-in as opposed to just the foam. Thanks for the video!

@rondoespsych5901 Жыл бұрын

Great points. Thanks for that man! I I'm installing my first basement window in my house and it has an old wooden frame and I didn't know if I should rebuild the frame or just remove and then install in concrete but I didn't like the idea of only foam holding window in 😅

@elahrab 7 ай бұрын

Thanks!

@geoffrey4253 6 ай бұрын

Looks good enough for me...I have the exact same old basement windows you have. The home I am working on was built in 1920 with sawmill oak where the 2" X 4"s are exactly 2 inches by 4 inches.

@johnstup4479 Жыл бұрын

That turned out great! Once you frame the inside with jams, header, and sill, the window should be pretty stable and not fall out for sure. You did the concrete and caulking outside for a good snug fit, plus the expanding foam. The only thing I would have done outside would be to smooth out the caulk. Otherwise, well done and thanks for the tips!

@AndrewThronImprovements Жыл бұрын

Appreciate it, John! And I agree - I don’t think that’s going anywhere. And I here you on the caulk but that type is almost impossible to smooth out. It’s not like silicone, that’s for sure . Thanks for watching!

@1MamaMSG 11 ай бұрын

Thanks for this information! I am getting ready to do a basement window! :)

@Papiplomo 7 ай бұрын

Great video man! Building the courage to do my garage windows. How much smaller were your window than your opening?

@garyczerkas9924 2 ай бұрын

Nice job....very detailed.

@derekleesmith76 7 ай бұрын

So no screws holding the window in? That to me is a horrible idea just relying on spray foam and caulk to hold the window in place! Thats very sketchy! I do windows all the time and i never once didnt not screw the window to the concrete or above wood plate.

@stevejrsalazar3011 Жыл бұрын

What is holding the window in place? Foam??

@wisevision6271 Жыл бұрын

Seem like u can kick that window in

@FatalMusa Жыл бұрын

This was my question

@thatsright4194 9 ай бұрын

Pretty sure he just showed that he went over the foam with concrete.

@randywallace2432 8 ай бұрын

He did good. If someone wants to get in, they're going to get in no matter how or what you use to install the window, if the opening is big enough. If that's a big concern try installing glass block windows instead.

@davidj.gallardo4553 Жыл бұрын

So Andrew is the disclaimer because you are showing us how to change windows wrong? Jk... the video gave me a lot of good tips!!! TY

@jayraymond9707 4 ай бұрын

I’m new to all this. Are you supposed to put some sort of barrier or waterproof membrane in where the window meets the concrete? Trying to see if my home builder cut corners. We had some leaking windows in our basement and I believe the caulking had pulled away, causing an entry point.

@HeadingForTomorrow 7 ай бұрын

Isn't this how Kramer installs the Air Conditioner? Just kidding, but I am really surprised you used no brace at all, I would really be worried someone simply pushing the window in or out or over time foam insulation cracking or drying and causing bigger gaps. Is there any chance of this holding any reasonable force (security or someone with big hands trying to pull the window open, and taking the whole window with him)? Thanks so much for the easy way to install window, though! :)

@nchris41 Жыл бұрын

Looks like the same American Craftsman windows that were installed in my basement. But I cannot figure out how to remove the movable part so i can get material through the opening. Do you know if the movable part can be removed?

@gregorymosher5008 Жыл бұрын

Doyou mean the sash itself? There is an operator that opens the window and should disconnect where it attaches to the frame. Same thing for the hinges. Have a second hand incase the sash just drops.

@JamesAnthony01 4 күн бұрын

Dumb question here, is the installation the only thing holding the window most times?

@HuBrIsRaDiO 5 ай бұрын

The concrete foundation below one of my basement windows is pretty deteriorated. Would I just mix up some concert and smooth it all over?

@ericbauer4897 5 ай бұрын

Would this be the same if installing a block window?

@FatalMusa Жыл бұрын

Wait, where's the step where you anchor/fasten the window to the house? Can't just be wedges/shims and foam/caulking holding that in place. If it is then it's not proper...

@edgarduarte5157 8 ай бұрын

He explained in the video why he didn’t. You did watch the video right??

@TheRealDannTheMan 7 ай бұрын

If you're not going to use concrete screws to hold the window in place I would at least use construction adhesive. Spray foam will not hold well for years to come. Also I wound mount the window flush to the sill plate. There's no reason to shim it from the top.

@carlotta4th 5 ай бұрын

If it's flush to sill technically there will be little gaps, won't there? It makes sense to me to center it and put insulation on both sides. Then you're sure it's sealed properly.

@mchammer1836 9 ай бұрын

Where did you find replacement windows?

@ARL-LifesLessons.-nk4fd Жыл бұрын

You didn’t use screws to fasten the window to the concrete.

@tadan1111 Жыл бұрын

I was wondering about that

@TheRealDannTheMan 7 ай бұрын

He said the spray foam and caulk will hold it in place. Which it will for the most part. Until 10 years later when it falls out.

@bl9531 3 ай бұрын

If you want to use screws … go for it!

@ericrug799 3 ай бұрын

So what's securing the window, sealer. Really

@taweechaikogaphai7819 Жыл бұрын

Very good 😊👍👍👍🇹🇭

@AndrewThronImprovements Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@johnsmith-qz4bv Жыл бұрын

nice work

@MissMelissaD Жыл бұрын

What about a situation with a similar-sized window that needs to be switched for a window with a cat door? I cannot find a basement window with a pet door anywhere, and I'm struggling to find any information about how to let a pet outdoors from only that window. Hmm ............

@gregorymosher5008 Жыл бұрын

Most people make "catio's" and leave the window open. It's a fenced in outdoor area for your cat

@melanielong6232 Жыл бұрын

A+

@American_Made 27 күн бұрын

Using only foam is a huge security risk and I don't do them that way. I drill and screw them into the concrete and don't use tabbed windows. You could frame these from the outside and inside and fasten them in that way if your boards are screwed into teh concrete.