Replacing a double pane window

[@legolas9301]

My window seal broke a while ago, so the glass was all cloudy. The window companies wanted to charge me $325 per window to fix it, and you helped me do it by myself for maybe $75. Amazing! I am so grateful.

[@onlywenilaugh6589]

Where do you get a double pane window for $75? I guess if it's a small one.

[@legolas9301]

@@onlywenilaugh6589 there was a shop near me called Peninsula Glass. Or One Day Glass. They were 28x20, so not very small. The shipping was $20 but I picked it up myself, so the total was only $75.

[@Charlie-kw9jk]

Wow funny story from me bc the quotes i got for like 2 ~40 by 20 inch were around 1300 plus tax for changing out the igus. i also need to change out the arch top igu and my local glass wanted 850 or so for that piece alone!! BUT i got it for 250 from peninsula glass (one day glass) and will do that job today!! wish me luck!!

[@AlexRubioRQualityGlass]

@andrewroutley big possibility it will brake

[@Herecomesjonny-sz1ru]

I have to say the favorite part of the video is listening to his little daughter calling a Poppy I love it. Great videos it is so helpful thank you so much keep up the good work Buddy

[@Ridesmule]

I watched this last spring and I replaced a larger double pane window using what I learned from this video. It worked like a charm. Thanks!

[@Xtrashotz]

made it super simple and easy to follow very comforting to hear the young ones voice in the background too

[@davegallagher4498]

I'm glad you showed cutting the glue strip from the inside first. A few other channels went right to removing the outer plastic glazing first

[@lrh411]

Awesome video, always great seeing a fellow tradesman that is so good at his job. Love it, thank you.... Gonna give it a try.

[@starstuff0614]

Amazing video thanks for sharing. Had the panel made from original location. $110 CDN dollars. Would have been $360 for them to come and remove and install. Did it myself for the $110 total. This video helped a lot thank you.

[@camdenferguson7919]

Man awesome video!!!! Straight to the point and super helpful. I’ve got a couple cracked windows in my house I’ve been afraid of changing them out. U made me a little more confident. Thanks man!

[@AlexRubioRQualityGlass]

Glad I can help

[@dwaynegray9655]

very nice no long talking straight to the point made it look so easy..... great job

[@garybrinin144]

Dude...you saved me a lot of money! Thanks a ton. Knowledge is power!

[@smd11873]

No BS, just useful info. My kind of video, extremely helpful. Now I just need to know where to get glass and how to size ahead of time.

[@blue03r6]

Almost all vinyl windows will be 1 inch over the visible glass dimensions. In other words 1/2 coverage all the way around. Andersen windows are the exception to this rule. Some of theirs are 13/16 over visible glass dimensions. You will need a pair of calipers and a low e checker to properly measure the glass thickness and determine if it has low e coatings. Or buy a glass checker pro from edtm

[@blue03r6]

@Matias Kian thats illegal. Reported

[@IXUzzielXI]

@@blue03r6 Snich

[@fistpunder]

I'll let you know how it works for me. Thank you for posting this video. And Loved your little helper in the background. "Poppy"

[@AlexRubioRQualityGlass]

Thanks!!

[@coolesiri]

This is the best video on this topic i have seen ................WELDON!!!

[@gabrielalonso1475]

This is how I love to see my people move. Educational and helpful. 🙏🖤

[@AlexRubioRQualityGlass]

Thanks u

[@hmax1591]

Helpful? Yes. educational? Nope.. window "pain", really? Pain?

[@DR-xt9ux]

YOUR people ??

[@beaverdog5590]

Jeez! Right to the Damn point. Thank you. Excellent video. Cheers

[@Russ92]

This video saved me so much money thanks! What kind of double sticky tape would you recommend? Thanks!

[@Rayyvyn]

Great vid. Clear, concise & very easy to follow. Thanks for posting it ! One thing I have to add, esp if you work FOR a glass company & it's in your video title,lol, the word for a piece of glass in a window or door is spelled, *pane*, not *pain*.

[@AlexRubioRQualityGlass]

Thanks. Never noticed and should of known better lol

[@kenweiss6720]

@@AlexRubioRQualityGlass Very impressed by your response. You took the feedback well, without being the least bit defensive.. If you lived in northeast Queens I would hire you in a second. P.S. Please respond to my request on 4/18/22 on how to repair a rain leak of a two-pane double hung vinyl replacement window at the bottom corner of the bottom sash in heavy rains.

[@ricardotrujillo5106]

Thanks Alex, great help. God bless you and your family and business. How would I ordered that double pane window replacement? Blessings.

[@hnqbeam]

Thank you so much for this video! Well done and easy to understand.

[@AlexRubioRQualityGlass]

hnqbeam thanks for watching

[@eyedrcarlson]

@@AlexRubioRQualityGlass great video. I have a broken pane on the outside of a dual pane window, do I have to replace both panes as one unit? Thanks again

[@billglaser]

I love having a long auto glass knife to get some good leverage, gets in nice and close to the surface. Woods Power grip! Only way to go! I’m a year in with glazing, love it! Stay safe bro.

[@AlexRubioRQualityGlass]

Will T yes it does I use an 18” long knife that I use for both residential and auto glass

[@kack7130]

that trick spraying on the double sided tape before putting in the glass. It is awesome.

[@AlexRubioRQualityGlass]

Definitely helps and gives you some time to move it around and adjust the glass if needed

[@kack7130]

@@AlexRubioRQualityGlass also spacer below and right or left. It does the trick too. Give small gap between it.

[@sanchezon]

Very helpful. From almost paying $450 I only forked out $82. Thanks Buddy.

[@mistercolin1234]

Damn you have some skills.

[@chodkowski01]

I never did this before but he makes it look so easy.

[@cesarleyvapukatoro]

buen video hermano, me podrias decir el adhesivo que utilizaste para pegar el vidrio? muchas gracias y saludos.

[@AlexRubioRQualityGlass]

Es tape que tiene pegamento de los dos lados

[@colorocko1]

Well done, thank you! I just got mine finished. I botched up one of the window stops. It was brittle anyway. Where can I get a replacement?

[@AlexRubioRQualityGlass]

I would check Your local glass shop if not Lowe’s or Home Depot

[@groovygringo3747]

I have a vinyl window where the glass on the inside is broken but the glass on the exterior isn’t broken. Is there anyway to replace the 1 piece of glass on the inside or should I just do what you did on the video?

[@AlexRubioRQualityGlass]

It’s easier and better to do it the way in the video but yes it’s possible but can be a pain to do

[@nk123456]

Thanks Man!! great video just the info I was looking for. Much appreciated

[@bobvic394]

Please help! I have that same window! Where can you purchase a replacement vinyl stop? Over time Mine are cracked! Thanks!

[@akbaxb165]

Do I have to use the double sided tape, or can I use silicone caulking or glazing putty for the window? Thank you very much for the video and your insight!

[@akbaxb165]

BTW, in my case, the window is a sidelight window to side of the front metal door and its frame is a wooded one. I will be taking out the old broken sidelight glass (double pane) and replacing it with a new dual pane glass. The frame appears to have some kind of putty or adhesive or silicone caulking to hold the glass in its place.

[@AlexRubioRQualityGlass]

Yes there is some windows where you do need to use silicone for proper sealing

[@kenweiss6720]

Hi Alex I have 27 vinyl replacement double hung windows( each sash has a 2 pane unit) installed 25 years ago, by a company named Thermal Industries which is out of business. 3 of the windows are leaking at the bottom corners of the bottom sashes when there are heavy rains.. the weep holes are not clogged. I see how you changed the glass unit. Please explain how to stop the leaking at the bottom corner of the bottom sash when it rains hard? They are high-quality windows. The installer is still in business and says it is time for new windows. I think they can be repaired but I don't know how . Perhaps I could silicone the edge of the glass where it meets the frame on the outside. The glazing beads on in the inside and brittle and hard to remove.

[@vindoan9121]

Best video I watched on KZbin. I really like the suction cup that you use in this video, what brand/model is it?

[@AlexRubioRQualityGlass]

Vin Doan it’s a CR Laurence suction cup and the catolog # is w4950

[@AndyNav1]

Hi Alex, Thank you for all your helpful videos. Would you please tell me how I can replace one broken glass of an insulated glass. It's about 18"x38"x3/4". I have 15 year old grid inside the IGU which is impossible to find a match for. Can I just remove the glass using a heat gun and reuse the space and use latex glazing compound to reseal after putting a new pane of glass on one side. Thanks,

[@AlexRubioRQualityGlass]

Andy Nav what we usually do when having to only replace one pane is we run a razor knife just under the Broken pane of glass and along side the butyl or whatever is holding it together and go around the whole thing and just make sure to clean it up as good as u can before putting your new piece of glass

[@AndyNav1]

@@AlexRubioRQualityGlass Thanks man really appreciated. How about the latex glazing compound? Thanks again

[@katiekrieger7040]

This was super helpful other then I need the lower panel lol 😂 I’m just not to sure if I need to bring the frame in or if I just call to order the glass and I need to put it in the frame 🤣🥴

[@yeplol1367]

Awesome, thanks much! That was clear and straight forward instructions!

[@406montana59840]

Nice👍🏽 clear, n easy directions, without BS. Lolol he told everyone to grab there little tool.😳😹😹😹

[@davidwargnier7337]

Where can I replacement snap in surround retainer mouldings . mine are brittle and breaking when taking apart

[@xeelee3932]

Thank you sir. I appreciate the helpful and informative video. Very helpful!

[@odderret]

Thank you! Made my day as I was able to easily replace mine thanks to your tutorial!

[@REALWOODSMAN]

Dude is a great teacher

[@jamescc2010]

The window is on second story condominium. can we replace it from within the bedroom or we have to use a ladder to go outside which is pretty tall? It looks like you only replace the glass piece not the whole window. This might be cheaper than replacing the whole window but I’m not sure it’s possible in our case.We have the old I believe aluminum metal Single pane window.

[@AlexRubioRQualityGlass]

It’ll be tough but can be done without replacing the whole window

[@joedaquila2646]

Great video thanks for taking the time to make it.

[@sosweetjenny]

Hi, can I do this from the inside? I need to replace a second story window.

[@AlexRubioRQualityGlass]

It’s a bit harder but yes, that’s how we usually do some windows that are high to reach

[@noemischlosser3169]

Hi, we’re having a hard time getting the window to come loose. We used the razor blade, removed the strips from the outside but the window is old & is very stuck to the frame. Any suggestions on how to loosen it up? Thank you, appreciate any suggestions.

[@AlexRubioRQualityGlass]

Dang. Sometimes that sealant ends up coming of the glass and adheres to the vinyl. We use a suction cup and or a pry bar to push out on it. If it’s broke then obviously no big deal but if you’re trying to save it then that’ll be hard

[@orlandomelendez2365]

Do you have a suggestion on an easy method to cutting out an IG on a pella? They have a a really hard white rubbery type of adhesive. I usually have to use a multi tool. Which takes a lot longer

[@melissaortiz3438]

Was that a fly at 0:50? Lol it made a funny sound. Thanks for the tutorial !!

[@AlexRubioRQualityGlass]

I’ll have to check lol

[@AlexRubioRQualityGlass]

No that was Zander my son making funny noises that’s why you can see me move my hand I actually tapped him on top of his head

[@BRTardiff]

Thanks for the great video. I'm looking at a top/fixed panel of a single hung window that is broken and it looks like the vinyl strips are on the inside. Is that possible? If so, will I still need to get around to the other side to slice the tape/silicon? It's a second story window... Is it possible to do it all from inside or will I be going up the ladder outside?

[@AlexRubioRQualityGlass]

Yes I can do it from inside but yes it is the same process just opposite

[@AlexRubioRQualityGlass]

If u cannot reach all the way anouther window then you will need to go on a latter

[@Hector-rg1bs]

Thanks Alex for your great video. Can you tell me what kind the double sticky tape did you use?

[@AlexRubioRQualityGlass]

We get it from our vender crlaurence and it’s 1/8 thick but you can find it in your local hardware stores too

[@edgararcega3046]

This was straight raw and to the point.

[@davidfromm679]

Alex, I want to completely pull out my double hung assembly (over 100+ years) and just put in a double-pane replacement glass (picture window) in it's place. I'm ordering the glass itself, just want to place trim around the glass on both sides. No opening/closing, very modern minimal trim. I know how to get the glass, the trim, no so much- suggestion?

[@jonathanh7151]

Thanks for the video. Is it possible to take it out from the inside since mine is on the second story? I am not sure how to remove the fixed window part.

[@AlexRubioRQualityGlass]

Jonathan H yes it is possible having a suction cup definitely helps but it can still be kinda tricky and hard and sometimes scary. Lol

[@MsAdy1973]

Does the glass need to be replaced?

[@HelpfulHarry]

I had mine done professionally. They replace both panes, the replacement glass comes like that, basically remove the old broken double (or 1.5 panes) and insert a new double pane insert

[@ericchoi1610]

This guy is a pro. Thanks for the video!

[@AlexRubioRQualityGlass]

Thanks!

[@pediatricot]

Alex, Where are you located? We need slider glass replaced. Thx.

[@blue03r6]

Sometimes the spacer melts and the bottom stops may not come off. Just leave it on and lift the glass out. Dont get overly excited folks there are hundreds of different styles of windows and the stops they use. This is NOT a representation for all windows. Some done even have stops and are what is know as wrap around. Where the corners are screwed together.

[@AlexRubioRQualityGlass]

Or it can have interior stops Instead of the outside

[@pamelaaccinelli3517]

Hi great video I have 2 windows with condensation Do I need to replace the windows ? If I just replace the seals

[@AlexRubioRQualityGlass]

Pamela Accinelli no! But most likely you will need to replace both panes if glass

[@trankt54155]

Hod did you get the replacement double pane glass panel? And if the plastic shim is broke from sunlight, how do you get replacement part for that?

[@AlexRubioRQualityGlass]

You can try you local glass shop for both

[@Osito22es]

Can you use silicone instead of the glazing tape?

[@AlexRubioRQualityGlass]

Yes u can. It just makes it more difficult next time you want to replace it, but yes some manufacturers use silicone instead of the tape

[@lv7603]

Alex sorry to bother but what tape are you using ? Thanks for the tutorial.

[@AlexRubioRQualityGlass]

L V it is 1/16 of an inch thick double sided sticky tape, you can also use 1/8 which is more common at hardware stores if your looking for some

[@lindacardina7474]

where do u find the window replacements?

[@danielrollins4315]

🙄 how do you make the double pane window or do they sell it as a unit without the frame? I know they sell single pane glass.

[@AlexRubioRQualityGlass]

I have other videos on how to make double pain windows

[@danielrollins4315]

@@AlexRubioRQualityGlass can you put the link here?

[@Heat-xr8nf]

Thanks man all of your videos are helpful.

[@AlexRubioRQualityGlass]

Heat 1995 thank you for watching. Do you work in the glass industry too? Or just watch because.

[@johnd9357]

Dude, this is awesome. I just bought a new construction house and half the windows are failing I think. When it gets super cold I see condensation in between the panes, on the top stationary portion of the window, but at the bottom of that portion. (Basically the bottom part of the top half of the window, the half that doesn’t move) If that makes sense at all. Anyway, I was freaking out thinking all the windows would need to be torn out and replaced, trim and all. So nice to know I can replace them on my own and do it right. One question though, where do you source the replacement panes? Thank YOU!

[@AlexRubioRQualityGlass]

Well you should be able to google your local glass shop and to make it easy on you and them just give them the width and height of your glass size one you figure that out and you will also need the thickness of the overall unit. If it’s a vinyl window they are normally 3/4 in thick and they can make it for you and now you know you can do it yourself super easy

[@e.samson7429]

New construction? Builder should be responsible!

[@richardburchett]

Will this solve the problem where my glass is fine, but the widow's foggy b/c air and condensation's getting inside?

[@AlexRubioRQualityGlass]

Yes just replace the the glass and problem fixed

[@debrasaylor6271]

How do you take the whole window wood and all

[@AlexRubioRQualityGlass]

Look through my videos I have another one where I change out the whole window

[@alexisayala986]

Where are you located? And how do i get a hold of you to order a window?

[@irubio016]

Thank you so much!!! Big help! Im going to try it!

[@AlexRubioRQualityGlass]

Is this my Tia? lol

[@irubio016]

Lol more like your prima 😊

[@AlexRubioRQualityGlass]

lol!

[@AlexRubioRQualityGlass]

Pues thank you por las views, Todo me ayuda

[@Victoria-px6nq]

Can you do this on a double pane window? Mine has 2 pieces of glass on the window. Broke both but on the bottom part. It also pulls out from the bottom part to clean the windows. It’s the newer windows.

[@AlexRubioRQualityGlass]

Yes that is a double pain window

[@geelleguure8808]

How did you separated the broken pane from the other before you install.

[@johnperez3622]

The window comes with 2 panes and a spacer...no need to separate...just take the whole window out

[@AlexRubioRQualityGlass]

Correct. We usually always replace both pains regardless of one is broken or not.

[@Threedaysextension]

Thanks for this. Where can I buy a replacement dual pane glass? I live in northern california

[@AlexRubioRQualityGlass]

Your local glass shop

[@williamdarby8778]

Thanks for the info my friend

[@bobzink8954]

How much more difficult is a metal framed window?

[@AlexRubioRQualityGlass]

Honestly depends there are multiple different styles some can be easy and others can be pretty difficult

[@Chrismarzek]

While at the glass merchant, notice how the man slides his ruler under the glass and breaks the glass across it.

[@martinguajardo1755]

You are awesome and you answered my question!

[@mikesmith7176]

Windows are a pane in the glass (-; great video

[@AlexRubioRQualityGlass]

Mike Smith oh yeah...

[@eric1118]

Where can I buy double-sided tape? What kind?

[@AlexRubioRQualityGlass]

Double sided foam tape and h can try local hardware store or Lowe’s and Home Depot

[@toysoldier7576]

What is the typical thickness of the glass and overall thickness with this commercial vinyl windows?

[@AlexRubioRQualityGlass]

Toy Soldier75 3/4 of an inch thick is the most common but there is a few out there that are 5/8 or even 7/8 thick

[@toysoldier7576]

Is there any way to find out without removing the glass completely? Just want to make sure before I order the glass.

[@AlexRubioRQualityGlass]

Toy Soldier75 we use a caliper on the slider part of the window and that tell us exactly how thick it is

[@toysoldier7576]

Thank you, appreciate the info.

[@jayshippen]

Good video! What glass cleaner do you use?

[@AlexRubioRQualityGlass]

Jay Shippen that was actually betaclean glass cleaner but another one that is also good is spray way and u can find that one at Walmart

[@jayshippen]

@@AlexRubioRQualityGlass Thanks a bunch!

[@adprince87]

Great video! Any chance you could link to where we could buy that double sided sticky tape? Just want to make sure I buy the right stuff

[@AlexRubioRQualityGlass]

Andrew Prince well we buy our stuff from CRLaurence but they only sell to accounts but I believe you can buy it at Home Depot or lowes as long as it’s 1/16 to 1/8 thickness by 1/4 or even 3/8 wide will work

[@AlexRubioRQualityGlass]

Andrew Prince if you go to your local glass shop they might sell you a roll too.

[@tylersmyth4380]

How do you recommend taking out champion windows

[@AlexRubioRQualityGlass]

I’m not familiar with that brand but if it’s a vinyl window it should be similar, some have the snap bead in the interior

[@ChaloOnDaTrack]

how do i do this if its on the second floor lol. ima buss my head

[@michaelchow8944]

So quick and easy. Good video. Thanks.

[@dbriggs1689]

Great video. What's the average charge for a repair like this? I got a double pane that's 58x46. Just preparing myself for the repair estimate. I'll find out tomorrow.

[@AlexRubioRQualityGlass]

D Briggs depends where you are at and what the market is like there but that is a fairly big window size you have there. If that is the overall size of the whole window or the actual size of just the glass that’s broken. But like the one on this video would run about $145 to $180

[@dbriggs1689]

@@AlexRubioRQualityGlass It's the actual size of the glass. The first bid came into today at $678. I'm going to get 2 more bids.

[@AlexRubioRQualityGlass]

D Briggs yes I would too that first one sounds a little pricey but like I said it is a big window..

[@jamescc2010]

@@AlexRubioRQualityGlass So instead of calling windows replacement company I should call a glass company?. I’m not sure a lot of them have double pane glass for replacing old windows? To a Replace 2 whole windows , I’m getting quotes from $800-$2000 range

[@jamescc2010]

@@dbriggs1689 Any update on what you did and how much?

[@tmftv244]

Where are you located?

[@tetonper6428]

Thank you, really helped.

[@davidtoribio4394]

I don’t recommend using double sided tape it doesn’t last long. I always use clear silicone to give it a better seal

[@AlexRubioRQualityGlass]

Have you ever took one out that someone used silicone? Because instead of being a 20 minute job it can be way harder to replace. A new vinyl window comes with double sided tape so we just do what is recommended from our supplier

[@NYboi]

where to buy or get the glass?

[@AlexRubioRQualityGlass]

Usually your local glass shop willl help with that

[@keishak2425]

There is a crazy market for this where I live because of hail damage lol

[@nicolasaubone3055]

Thank you

[@randybird9979]

why is all my windows reversed from yours, the glazed strips are in side and the tape is on the out side

[@AlexRubioRQualityGlass]

Different manufacturers

[@randybird9979]

@@AlexRubioRQualityGlass my windows are contractor grade, they have no name on them any where, thanks for the reply

[@brandondaniel47]

Does anybody have a link to somebody actually replacing the entire window. Every single video is on here talking about just the glass.

[@AlexRubioRQualityGlass]

I have one where I’m replacing the entire window just keep looking. It is on a modular home thought idk if you have a stick built home

[@AlexRubioRQualityGlass]

The video is called install a window on a modular home check it out and see if helps you out

[@brandondaniel47]

@@AlexRubioRQualityGlass thank you bro, especially for the speedy response 🙏

[@victoriasmith4208]

great!!! thanks for sharing

[@VianaOliveiraArtsandCrafts]

Good job!

[@sergiomejia5128]

Which areas do you work?

[@AlexRubioRQualityGlass]

Sergio Mejia I’m in Nevada

[@oso6457]

chulada compa gracias

[@Bruno-jq3it]

How can I remove the white strips between my double pane window

[@AlexRubioRQualityGlass]

Bruno so yours has the white square grids

[@AlexRubioRQualityGlass]

If you do then you just have to be careful in breaking the glass out and trying not to damage the grids. You might not be able to reuse the pieces that hold them to the edge but you can alway just set them in there and they should stay in place just fine

[@VigilanceRifles]

Thank You. You made it look EZ..

[@josemontoya4369]

Where can I get the replacement glass ..

[@AlexRubioRQualityGlass]

jose montoya your local glass shop would be the easiest.

[@samv2783]

Great Video! Very helpful, thanks!

[@AlexRubioRQualityGlass]

Sam V thanks for watching!

[@josephlocke9249]

Nice thankyou papi