How to Replace Double Glazing in uPVC Windows - DIY Window Replacement

[@martinyounan8858]

great video

[@comeinhandynow]

Thanks!

[@sharesgames9546]

I have to ask, that blacony, the view, it looks like overlooking a park, it is majestic. You'd pay millions for a view like this. Where is it?

[@comeinhandynow]

The New Forest area Hampshire UK

[@quinngreen450]

Hi great video. One thing did you re-use the trims or did you purchase new trims from the glass supplier or elsewhere?

[@comeinhandynow]

Thanks. I reused them.

[@yumyee2451]

@@comeinhandynow literally what I needed to know cheers. One question, this double sided tape stuff, I'm assuming you'd have to use a new batch. I want to replace the blown standard PVCu windows at my let.

[@zenoist2399]

I found out a handy thing today. If you get a quote from a company for double glazing the cheapest time of year is around now (february). People are broke after Xmas and with it being cold they don't want the hassle of windows out, letting the cold in. You can sometimes get a quote for february and have them fitted later at the cheap off peak price.

[@comeinhandynow]

Thanks for contributing.

[@zenoist2399]

You're welcome , I think instructional videos are great and what the internet does well.

[@scottmcdonald3019]

Nice informative video

[@comeinhandynow]

Cheers

[@robsongomes4138]

What a great video, is that the first time you change d a window frame are you DIY proficient or you a Professional Builder? Very nicely done video. Ill change 2 windows my self next week hope goes well.

[@comeinhandynow]

Thanks. It's not the first time, but I'd call myself a DIYer not a builder. Good luck with yours and thanks again.

[@philippaorton4242]

thank you very much that was so well taught .

[@comeinhandynow]

Thank you, that was so kind.

[@glink6045]

Hi, recently the inside of my double glazing window started to leak in water when it rains heavyly. It don't seems to be leaking out of the window but just into the window. After few days, I guess rain water evaporated as it's dry and also leaving green mold. Any suggestions how to repair this?

[@comeinhandynow]

Take out the window and check the drain holes that are under the glass pane, in the frame. If they are insufficient drill new ones going out. I had the same problems recently, heavy wind and rain was pushing water through to the inside. The problem was blocked drain channels. I also put a bead of clean silicon seal across the inside edge (glass removed) to form more of a water barrier to direct it outside rather than inside.

[@inquisitvem6723]

the rubber along the inside between my window panes are becoming misaligned. how do i go about removing it and adding a new strip? i have screws on my windows. i guess it needs to be screwed off. should i remove the window pane on the inside of my house in case something bad happens, it won't run the exterior side since my homeowners assocation is very picky and will penalize me if they see something weird on the exterior of my house.

[@comeinhandynow]

Yes unscrew those screws holding the internal pane in place. Lift it carefully off. I think you have what is called secondary double glazing. The internal glass pane can then be lifted away and the spacer repositioned. Good luck!

[@inquisitvem6723]

comeinhandynow thanks...here is what it looks like. let me know exactly if that is what i need to do. thanks. s000.tinyupload.com/index.php?file_id=00929611906270037841

[@comeinhandynow]

Looking at that photo I would say that the double glazed window pane has to be replaced. The 'rubber' looks like the adhesive spacer that sticks the two panes together. It looks like you unscrew those bolts to free up the pane. It's cheaper to do it yourself, just get to the glass and measure the width height and thickness of the glass and find a local double glazed window pane manufacturer, or look on the internet and mail order it.

[@inquisitvem6723]

comeinhandynow what about the rubber itself? wouldn't that have to be replaced?

[@comeinhandynow]

It's part of the window pane, it's the adhesive spacer that glues and seals the two panes together and so comes with a new double glazed pane, assuming I interpret that picture correctly. Take it out and have a look.

[@windowreplacementagencywis5122]

Good clip. Thx for sharing.

[@comeinhandynow]

+WindowReplacementAgencyOfMilwaukee Cheers!

[@PhilipNortonuk]

how do you measure up to be able to order the replacement ?

[@comeinhandynow]

You need to pop off trims and measure the old glass length width and thickness. All outside dimensions of the glass,

[@ruddy1229]

How much cost the glass any idea?

[@comeinhandynow]

Try searching online glass suppliers, or look for local double glazing glass manufacturers. You need to know the thickness, and wether you want toughened (needed for patio doors or low glass) and any other options like self cleaning.

[@philrab6696]

I did actually see you do that but I have never removed the rubber just the inside strip. Are you a handyman?

[@comeinhandynow]

+philrab66 Interesting. I'm surprised you can get the inside strips out without taking the rubber beading out. You could call be a handyman, amongst other things, I suppose.

[@bloggs692413]

@@comeinhandynow yeah you can if its difficult to remove spray soapy water around the beads it's normaly the rubbers have gone hard and stiff

[@thomasmccafferty8668]

how long did this take you

[@comeinhandynow]

+Thomas McCafferty It depends how big but probably around half an hour.

[@mensamoo]

Take top trim off last. It could fall if loose.

[@comeinhandynow]

Yep.

[@vahakna]

Need to use vacuum suction cup to removing glass easy and safety.

[@comeinhandynow]

That would be nice if you had one.

[@samblundell405]

Is doesn't take two people to change a unit on tape. You cut the tape with a Stanley knife first then go out side and take the beads off

[@philrab6696]

Why take the rubber out from the outside?

[@comeinhandynow]

+philrab66 To allow the glass pane to be moved out enough so that the inside plastic beading can be removed. This is shown at a point in the video when I give the glass a push out.

[@sleekitwan]

Takes less force i suppose?! It is surprising how much the window will take, and not break, but a thin soapy solution and a hammer and chisel is often required, and a lot of 'controlled force' as the video maker obviously knows. On the double-sided foam tape ones, they are older style, externally beaded, and a lot more annoying...!

[@comeinhandynow]

Agreed. Thanks for commenting.

[@vahakna]

It not need to remove rubber strip from outside and inside.

[@stuartkirkland9003]

practical advice!! its not often you get videos like this, well done guys would love to see more videos like this, a firm local to me published this post www.copperfieldwindows.co.uk/news/2016/when-is-the-right-time-to-replace-my-windows-and-doors/ would love to hear if you guys agree with it.

[@comeinhandynow]

Thanks. I had a look at the link and what they state is generally ok. Although they should point out when they talk about energy saving, it would take many many years to pay back the window replacement cost from the savings in heating bills. Generally I replace double glazed window panes (i.e. the glass only) when the seal has gone and they are misting up and staining. Be sure the plastic spacers that support the glass are supporting both panes of glass so as not to stress the seal and shorten its life. Most UPVC frames can be cleaned up well to look nearly new. I have another video on my channel on an easy way to do this.

[@stickytoes402]

There is no need to remove the rubber , used to do this for main contractor for insurance work leave the rubber and use a rubber mallet just in. Case

[@comeinhandynow]

Thanks for the feedback. It does make it a lot harder to reinsert the trim, but I can see that approach making more sense when access to the other side is more difficult, like above ground floor.

[@bloggs692413]

Be careful with the glass unit i removed 1 an it shattered in my hands

[@comeinhandynow]

Yep, be careful the edges don't touch something sharp or hard in particular.

[@bloggs692413]

@@comeinhandynow just blew as i was carryin it to put it dwn was packed in tight as fuk