Replacing Windows In A Brick Home The RIGHT WAY

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Jeff visits a job site today to answer one of the questions we hear most often, "How do you replace a window in brick?" One of our crew leaders, Brandon, walks us through the process, from tearing-out to caulking-in, step by step. houstonwindowexperts.com
00:00 Intro to window replacement
02:20 Measuring for the replacement
06:06 Removing the old window
07:24 Sash removal
07:54 Glass removal
11:25 Collapsing the frame
13:55 Prepping the opening
16:13 Setting the new window
18:54 Leveling the sill
21:38 Securing the frame
24:00 Sealing with foam
26:20 Caulking the window
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[@JosephSmith72]

Great job! I wish all window companies were this good, it is worth paying for!

[@HoustonWindowExperts]

Thank you for watching

[@danielagrady274]

Looking to replace our windows. Wish you were in my state!!! I am 110% ready to go window shopping after watching your videos. Thank you for sharing your knowledge. You and your crew are amazing!

[@HoustonWindowExperts]

Thank you for watching and good luck!

[@marleneh1095]

I found myself looking at Brandon a whole lot after he came into the video 😂😂... very educational

[@HoustonWindowExperts]

I'll let him know that you appreciated the education. 👍

[@countrifiedjose7537]

Thank you for the video. This really helped when I installed a window a few days ago.

[@HoustonWindowExperts]

Thanks for watching!

[@travischristensen746]

Great video, I just bought a home in Texas, seller did not disclose windows were leaking water now I have standing water in my garage and water coming in upstairs; I replaced windows on timber sided and used new home construction and trimmed or added new siding, thank you for this video.

[@HoustonWindowExperts]

I'm sorry to hear about your issues. However, I am glad that you were able to get everything working great again. Thanks for watching this video!

[@DreamHomeRemodeling]

Excellent video. We have a large amount of brick installs in our market and deal with this on a daily basis. Thanks Jeff 😊

[@HoustonWindowExperts]

Thanks for watching and your comment!

[@TulaneEddieIII]

I happen own an alarm company and was watching this for my own knowledge. Glad to see you guys consider reusing the wires if desired. My experience the wires get cut and buried. This instance the homeowner could have used the wires to stick a small glass break/ shock sensor on the window. Those are good for inoperable windows. They do make wireless versions of those as well.

[@HoustonWindowExperts]

Great to hear your perspective on this.

[@takemymoney3640]

This video was awesome! We have an all brick home and it makes sense now to make sure we get the right people to do the job. We hope that you will provide us with some recommendations in the Lakeway/Austin Texas area.

[@HoustonWindowExperts]

We have a couple great window companies in your area. Please check out JeffsList.com

[@fattysgarage1754]

I just had NewSouth Window install impact doors and windows and it is amazing how different it is here in Southwest Florida. 16 5 inch tapcon screws in a single normal size window. And they also used the OSI polyurethane caulk which is incredible stuff. Lol on the 2 installers. They came with 2 the first day and 4 on day 2 and 3. Still not done and this has been since November 2020. 8 months and counting since the windows were ordered. One window was broken on site, one was damaged at factory obscured glass was not on the bath window so as you can see, this is a year long event down here to get replacement windows. Excellent video, thanks.

[@HoustonWindowExperts]

Thanks for watching.

[@collinhoward5079]

Got a quote from new south before watching all of these videos. After educating myself some more I'm glad i decided not to go with them.

[@HoustonWindowExperts]

Good job!

[@brandonwalsh4335]

Great review and detail on how to do this the right way.

[@SeanBaker]

Oh, now that looks like a fine job y'all did! I'll be sure to ask my window company what products and techniques they're gonna use during my job.

[@HoustonWindowExperts]

Thanks for watching! I'm glad that we were able to help.

[@nicks4238]

Thanks for posting. If I was still in Houston I would call you in a second.

[@HoustonWindowExperts]

Thank you for watching

[@Tommyisntright]

The awesome brick construction was evident! But thanks for stating how well it is!

[@HoustonWindowExperts]

Glad you liked it!

[@roysandi7126]

Very good info on every aspect of the installation. Great work

[@HoustonWindowExperts]

Thank you for watching.

[@Katherine-lt2vc]

I live in Charlotte, NC and was watching your videos. Great information about brick and windows. I have a three story townhome built in 2001 and has two sides are brick the back is vinyl.

[@HoustonWindowExperts]

Thank you for watching

[@lucywyatt434]

Beautiful and very professional!

[@HoustonWindowExperts]

Thank you

[@danieltoth6119]

I love your video by the way. I wish i could come work with you for a while. I worked for BJs screens and windows in Florida and he wasnt that good at teaching. I had to watch him to learn and never got an explanation. Great work!! Thanks for the video.

[@drumbyte]

Amazing quality! 14 workers is fantastic!

[@HoustonWindowExperts]

Thank you for watching

[@Mayhemcountryliving]

The job was done very well

[@HoustonWindowExperts]

Thank you for watching

[@tRdoc21]

What a great video! I am currently shopping for window replacements for my older brick home and was wondering specifically how this would all be done. Your video is GREAT! I just wish I could find someone in my area who would take this kind of time, this kind of care and use this quality products! I particularly like the specific details about the screws you are using and the type of low expansion foam, specific caulk and the 'blue tape' and the final touch of pushing back down the bead on the caulk at the end. Man, it sure looks like you guys do a GREAT job, I only wish you were available in MY area. How much to send a crew 537 miles north??? lol

[@HoustonWindowExperts]

Hahaha... Thank you for watching and your comment. I started a website where I've listed great window companies all around the country because I get this question a lot. Please go check it out, we may have someone near you. JeffsList.com

[@tRdoc21]

@@HoustonWindowExperts Already tried it - no one in my area. :( Thanks, though.

[@HoustonWindowExperts]

I'm sorry that we were not able to help. If anything changes we will update you.

[@markh.6687]

How about a REAL brick home, with 2 layers of brick, and no 2 x 4 or 2 x 6 studs holding the drywall up, only furring strips nailed to the bricks?

[@HoustonWindowExperts]

I haven't seen anything like that in houston. Sorry.

[@HarrietPayne-kx4ou]

Thanks for this wonderful tutorial

[@HoustonWindowExperts]

Thank you for watching and your comment. I started a website to help people locate a great window company near them. We may have someone in your area. Please visit TheWindowExperts.com

[@powerfactor-e5355]

Very good video. Thank you for posting!

[@HoustonWindowExperts]

Thanks for watching

[@Momshelper47]

Another very educational video and beautiful craftsmanship. If the interior frame, sill, & trim work are in excellent condition, can a new window be installed without a full tear out, or does it have to be an insert to fit properly? Thank you!

[@HoustonWindowExperts]

Yes, it absolutely can. Like I say in many of my videos, find a window company you like first, then ask them what Windows they sell. Too many people get hung up on the window brand they want before they have found a great window installation company to work with.

[@andrewkent7591]

I like that 1/8” deduction. Also, hopefully your measure techs are going from the inside depth to inside depth (brick to brick is from brick touching window to brick touching window.)

[@andrewkent7591]

Also, use a butane torch, much more efficient

[@brendaw.7597]

Excellent!

[@HoustonWindowExperts]

Thank you for watching

[@mforse2]

I think a lot of companies offer good or great windows. I think now days the difference is going to be the quality of the installation. Thanks for the video.

[@HoustonWindowExperts]

I agree

[@Narrow_Way]

I'm in the Installation business. And you are correct. My teams need to fix shoddy work on a regular basis here in DFW. The team matters as much or more than your window. Jeff's team seem to do an excellent job.

[@romzone]

Jeff, your company operates like the company that I work for. I'm a Field Sales Consultant at WindowRama in New York. We are the 3rd largest Distributor in America for Andersen. We are also a Distributor for Marvin, Pella, Windsor and MI.

[@blindhelicopterpilot]

Mi windows are garbage

[@iliketakingshowers]

What exactly does a field sales consultant do anyway? 😂

[@Yellowjacket1977]

Great job!!

[@HoustonWindowExperts]

Thanks for watching

[@kaylaludyMusic]

That’s awesome.

[@HoustonWindowExperts]

Thanks!

[@tomsolley4360]

Great job, great video! Wish you would have shown the inside, and what caulking you did inside

[@HoustonWindowExperts]

Thank you for watching. It was the Quad

[@misskim2058]

Love to see men of the “do it once and do it right, and don’t ever have to do it again” club. I’m the same way, and I can’t stand to see people cutting corners, and it’s a joy to see people like yourselves who care about the impact on the home and homeowners that they leave behind, and the detailed quality of their work...both that which is seen, and that which goes unseen...but still matters. I’m fed up with contractors who cut corners, botch everything and leave a bigger mess than when they arrived (sometimes even taking clearly-marked power tools that don’t belong to them), damage something new while they’re here, shrug their shoulders and way things like “it still works fine”, or “it would have broken one day anyway”, and other such nonsense. They act like it’s impossible to refrain from being a bull in a china shop and just do the job right. And I guess for them, they’re so incompetent, it is impossible. It’s very difficult to find someone who actually does what they claim they will do. Lots of promises, but lots of corner cutting and lame excuses. It’s lovely to see someone who values knowing and executing the finer details of their work. I think contractors should have to pay a deposit, and IF they don’t destroy something while they’re on the site, and IF they clean up after themselves, then they get it back. I think I’ve had one contractor in 25+ years who cleaned up after himself and didn’t leave a bigger mess behind than when he started. The horror stories are endless. One contractor even confessed that his worker did “a butcher job”. A blind five-year-old with one arm could’ve done a better job than that guy did. I usually end up having to finish everything properly, easier to redo than drag their sorry selves back, especially if they can’t do it right in the first place anyway. They know homeowners will figure there’s no point in a callback of incompetent contractors. Most contractors act like one is being fussy just to ask them to keep their tools off the furniture or the brand-new surfaces and not use them as a workbench for their scratchy, greasy tools, or to make a simple mitre cut on corner trim,(setting that saw to 45° is so difficult for them!), or toss down a tarp to catch debris, and other such very, very simple things. I have literally put down protection in front of them and told them “this is to protect the surface, it’s brand-new, do NOT put your tools on it” and had them rip it off and put their tools on it anyway and damage the brand-new surfaces. I had a contractor who was removing concrete take out an underground electrical line AND a corner of the foundation of the house and then try to tell me it all “would’ve broken anyway”... Sure, I made him fix it, but you can’t match the aging foundation color on a 65 year-old house. And he acted like it was some thing I did. I know there are 1/2 to 1% of the people from any profession who actually know and properly execute their job. They deserve recognition. Great recognition. I just wish there were an easier way to find those rare gems. Even the sites that claim to have refined the results are quite flawed. We all know people just buy their reviews. You definitely know they’re likely very bad when they either have one star or five stars, and there’s no in between. They are either terrible and are paying people to give them five stars to balance out their poor reviews, or the less likely alternative-is that they are very good, and have competition that is trying to destroy their reputation. That’s when videos like these help a lot. Too bad your company is several states away....

[@HoustonWindowExperts]

Thank you for watching and you're kind comment. Maybe someday I will be in your area or you will be in mine?

[@robertoferrari5397]

..if you can afford a second house on a lake you can afford it.

[@HoustonWindowExperts]

Amen!

[@tycobb8621]

Do you plan on releasing this comment in paperback form? 😂

[@user-gl9le1fc5y]

Great video love the way you installed windows, they do sell the OSI foam insulation at Home Depot

[@HoustonWindowExperts]

Some locations do. You can get it on amazon.

[@OhJanney]

Hey Brandon 👋

[@cljfire85]

Very professional install. Would you happen to have any recommendations for an installer in Central Florida?

[@HoustonWindowExperts]

Thanks. If you contact our office they might be able to help you.

[@righteyeartistry156]

Good job.

[@HoustonWindowExperts]

Thank you for watching

[@jeffg7270]

We recently had our vinyl siding, gutters, roof, and windows replaced with a company called Hansons here in Michigan. We now have Ice build-up going down the side of the brick during the winter months. I thought was gutters called the company they said it was a roof issue. When I told them they had also done the roof just under a different phone number and name. I just keep getting the run-around. My window is 3-panel windows which are supposed to be the best. The problem is they never reinsulated around the window. I've now called 13 times. They promise to come out and never show up. Not to mention I now have 2 inches less on each side and top and bottom of the windows and 8 inches more siding. I replace the old railing on the front porch with columns and had to remove some vinyl siding in the process. Had Hansons come back out. The guy replaced some of the siding with a cheaper smooth piece of siding which wasn't what I paid for in the first place. Oh and the siding in front of my house keeps popping off and falling on the ground. No luck with them coming back out again to fix the problem. I've now had to purchase a bigger latter that I have no room for to fix the problem myself. I guess what I'm saying is that just because the company is well-known in your area doesn't always mean they are the best or even know what they are doing. Your windows are only as good as the sales rep that measures them and the installer. The same goes for the siding, gutters, roof, and almost as important Customer service. It's been 3 years now and I'm already shopping for new windows, gutters, siding, and roof Which is going to cost me roughly another $40.000. I wish I would have seen this video before I went with Hansons. Your video was packed with a lot of information I could have used before going with Hansons. Great job on the video.

[@HoustonWindowExperts]

I'm really sorry to hear about your ordeal with them. That's horrible. Hopefully I've been of help!

[@NinjaSushi2]

That's a nice damn window. I'm really liking this Windsor company.

[@cindyhickler1701]

Thank you Jeff for all the videos. This one about replacing window on brick was quite helpful as I just bought a home in Colordao with Brick and thinking of replacing the old windows. This is very informative and much appreicated for you input. Would you have any recommendation of company in Colorado for Windsor and Amsco window service Westiminster Co area?? Thanks again and wish you are in Colorado.

[@HoustonWindowExperts]

Thank you for watching and for your comment. Yes, we do know a couple of great window companies in that area. Please check out JeffsList.com for details.

[@lptf5441]

Can Brandon come and do my windows too please? ;)

[@HoustonWindowExperts]

I'll ask him...

[@mleisz]

I am installing Anderson 100 series in a similar condition thanks for the informative video. I can’t find a source for the screws that you used on the picture window?

[@HoustonWindowExperts]

Do a search for Polymer coated deck screws.

[@unitedexpedited9094]

What was performed to ensure continuation of water barrier upon removal of old flanged frames?

[@HoustonWindowExperts]

Please watch this video. kzbin.info/www/bejne/rYGZh32lapeLoZY

[@tmholbrook]

Much better than the last group of smash and dash guys I watched

[@blakehasty5866]

I would love to talk with a rep from your company if it's possible! I am a small business that does replacements but have some questions on vendors. I'm extremely impressed with your company!

[@HoustonWindowExperts]

Blake, I'd be glad to chat. Please send me an email with your info. [e-mail]

[@NinjaSushi2]

14:40 use heatshrink. It looks and works better. Or use a butt splice but I prefer heatshrink. Electrical tape is a crap move. Fantastic video though. Y'all kick ass.

[@1968krug]

the Previous windows weren’t caulked yet there was no water issue that we’re aware of? Speaks volumes for the previous installation also I would’ve thought. Caulk silicone should be used to increase water ingress integrity, unlike its gross over use these days where it moreso makes up for poor workmanship. Thanks for sharing all the same, some interesting and valid points you’ve shared.

[@Narrow_Way]

The water not getting in could have been due to the side of the house it was being pulled from, or the water shed barrier was done properly and it kept the water out, or both. The fact that the windows weren't caulked speaks heavily to the quality of the builder not the installer as the windows go up before the brick and are caulked by a different crew after the brick work is finished. The window they pulled was an original window probably from Atrium Windows on a new construction (thus the use of nail flanges). If you are getting shoddy work because of the Caulk lines then you're using inexperienced or shoddy installers. As a certified installer I can promise you that an experienced installer can hit those lines without the need for tape or knows to use tape and soap water if they aren't great at making straight lines. Either way you shouldn't have a shoddy finish out on your jobs because of caulking. But now you should talk about how much your Installers cost, here's where cost to quality ratios usually show up.

[@travischristensen746]

That Pressure sensor for the alarm is the bane of my existing, its a source of water leak into my wall as it was installed an not sealed.

[@HoustonWindowExperts]

Yikes!

[@kevinkidderphotographer]

Details matter!

[@vicd34]

Window installer may not be an amateur but camera man is!! 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@christopherdekonstrukt444]

Only my sill touches the brick, the rest is siding. Like to keep the same height for master bedroom and bathroom.

[@msjulie9592]

10 years ago I bought a home built in '75 which had the original windows and patio door. I replaced them all with beautiful, excellent quality windows and I love them. What I don't like is that I lost all the inside space to install blinds so they had to be hung from the frame which leaves a huge gap around them all. I've got my eye on a home built in '80 now and the windows need to be upgraded. If I buy it, I hope to find upgraded windows that won't eat up all of the inside space.

[@HoustonWindowExperts]

MsJulie, thank you for watching our channel. That is something that you would want a good installer to point out to you before you bought windows. Most window companies make varying depths of window frames in order to accommodate some of these concerns. If you need help finding a good window company near you, please check out JeffsList.com

[@msjulie9592]

@@HoustonWindowExperts Thank you very much for that tip. I'll surely remember to ask about that the next time so that I don't run into this issue again.

[@HoustonWindowExperts]

You're welcome

[@monicabb5454]

Any recommendations for the Chicago SW burbs area, I have an old brick home with lots of huge windows that needs replacing, I need attention to detail company like yours to do the work.

[@HoustonWindowExperts]

Thanks for watching. Our office has a list of dealers that we recommend all across the United states. Why don't you send us an email and we will see if we have anyone on our list near you. [e-mail]

[@gdub350]

He’s like the Richard Rawlings of windows

[@HoustonWindowExperts]

Hahaha... Back when my hair was darker, people used to think I was him at restaurants and the airport. It was funny.

[@markanthony9506]

No bottom sash tape that covers the bottom corners and goes up both sides part way? It is a pretty thick barrier that avoids a lot of problems that cannot be controlled by spray foam or caulk.

[@hubrisbonhomie]

I thought that. Probably the ‘secret’ he mentioned.

[@VampireOnline]

Wow finally a well shot and explained video on replacing a window in a brick house!

[@HoustonWindowExperts]

Thank you for watching.

[@buddynicogoodin]

When you say soap and water at the end… will regular dawn dish soap/water mixture work? Thanks.

[@HoustonWindowExperts]

Yes, don't use too much though. Just a few drops of soap in a spray bottle with water

[@elsurdo61991]

I have 4 double pane windows that need to be replaced on a brick home. Do you recommend anyone in the McAllen area in the RGV?

[@HoustonWindowExperts]

I am not sure if we know anyone in your area or not. Please email our office because we keep a list of companies we know across the country. It might take a few days for them to get back to you because we are very busy. [e-mail]

[@nelsonagustin3217]

Real experts Awesome

[@HoustonWindowExperts]

Thanks for watching

[@kiankoktan]

Hi Jeff, I don’t see you use flashing tape before install the window? I’m wondering under what condition the flashing tape is needed? Thanks for your response.

[@HoustonWindowExperts]

Hi, we omitted some details in the video. I have a separate video about installing a Leak-Proof window. That video offers specifics about the flashing. Check it out.

[@wcedwardsjr]

Excellent video! I can only hope that the window installer we choose will do such an great job for us. Can you recommend someone in Jacksonville, Florida?

[@HoustonWindowExperts]

Please visit JeffsList.com we may know someone near you.

[@foszoe2509]

My brick home window openings are similar but are 8'X6'. Pella said I would need full frame, Marvin says inserts would be fine. Was this a full frame install or an insert? We want to do an 8'X4' picture window above a 8'X2' slider. Pella Impervias full frame install is at $5100, while the Marvin Infinity insert quote is at $5200. We are going with fiberglass for strength due to the window size.

[@HoustonWindowExperts]

In this video we removed aluminum windows so it was a full replacement. Do you have aluminum windows or wood windows?

[@suec9816]

Wish I could find your company in Canada!

[@82DieselBunny]

Amazing video! Love your attention to detail and positive attitude! Do you guys travel to Del Rio TX for jobs? 😂

[@HoustonWindowExperts]

Thanks for watching. Del Rio is a little too far unless it was a very large project. Let's discuss this. Please call our office. Jeff

[@Michael-ff5hu]

Super random that I came across this comment bc I’m from DR TX lol! Greetings from FL!

[@82DieselBunny]

@@Michael-ff5hu that’s crazy!!! Greetings! Where you here for Air Force? 😅

[@cwill2285]

Thanks for sharing this great vide. Do you recommend window capping? Some installers we spoke to do and some not do not. Thanks

[@HoustonWindowExperts]

Thank you for watching. In some areas of the country it's considered the gold standard. It's going to depend on your specific project. I'd for sure NOT cover rotting wood. We may have someone we can recommend in your area. Go to JeffsList.com to check it out.

[@cwill2285]

@@HoustonWindowExperts Will do! Thanks so much. Luckily our window frames are in good shape with no wood rot.

[@Thomas-uf9ts]

Hey Jeff, OSI Quad Max says you shouldn't tool its caulk but you're doing it during you installs, is it ok to tool?

[@noelbowerman1562]

I'm in Australia ,so I won't be using your services. The window construction is very different , However I have gotten some useful points from your video ,so thank you. Watching this makes me very grateful I'm in a metric country. So much simpler.

[@HoustonWindowExperts]

Hahaha... I have to agree with you about that.

[@benjamincranford7647]

How would you compare this Windsor next dimension classic to Okna 600 Eco-Pro?

[@manuelrivera9724]

Do y’all have installer in Fort Worth area? Planing on replace windows all around my house. Thanks.

[@HoustonWindowExperts]

Thank you for watching. Please contact our office, they have someone in your area and will be able to give you that information. [e-mail]

[@pradekat29]

How did you cover the screw head thst you put inside?

[@HoustonWindowExperts]

There are some beauty caps that go over the holes.

[@kimlynch5830]

That looks amazing. I wish you were in New Jersey. I have a brick house. I’m getting a estimate from Andersen tomorrow. I wish I could hire your company. I trust you.

[@HoustonWindowExperts]

Kim, contact our office. We may have a good dealer we know near you. Brace yourself for the Andersen pitch. It will be very pushy and lopsided. Jeff

[@kimlynch5830]

Houston Window Experts I will. First thing Monday morning! I’m in the Trenton area. You are the best. Thanks.

[@kimlynch5830]

Houston Window Experts what’s your phone number?

[@HoustonWindowExperts]

832-900-7024

[@kimlynch5830]

Houston Window Experts thanks. Just spoke to your office. Chat soon!

[@barbaradunnington2737]

Is this any different than a 150+ yr old brick house and what would you advise for attic windows, one of which needs to open like two french doors which open down the middle?

[@HoustonWindowExperts]

It would be pretty much the same except for the removal. I'd suggest a French Casement for the attic.

[@mychannel-yo5qv]

6:33 Im a installer for renewal by Andersen and we can do 15 windows in just one day with a crew of only 3 people and we do aluminum capping on all windows we install, we cover everything inside of the house with plastic we do a complete clean up after we are done.

[@vanessacosta_interiores]

Is it possible to only remove the grids from between the glasses?

[@HoustonWindowExperts]

Unfortunately, those are sealed at the factory. To remove those grids you will need to reorder complete new glass units. Any qualified local glass company should be able to help.

[@JenniferFuchek]

I have brick house built 1973. Single pane, single hung aluminum frame windows. It has the aluminum grids with single panes of glass in each one. I also have security burglar bars that are mounted into the brick. How would these windows be changed?

[@HoustonWindowExperts]

We'd change these the same way as we did in this video. kzbin.info/www/bejne/o2baipuHeLeBa5Ysi=xyyyeTe4reXWJMtg

[@Laura-yi3eg]

Wish the camera guy followed the tape removal up close and used a boom bc the tape removal is #ASMR gold.

[@alfonsohernandez4617]

Can you guys come out to Midland TX?

[@HoustonWindowExperts]

Hi, I'm sorry but that's just a little too far out of our service area.

[@lynntien3156]

you guys some awesome wished you install our windows

[@HoustonWindowExperts]

Thanks for watching

[@JohnPoissant]

Houston Window Experts, I have watched a number of videos on window installation and many of yours. Question, Fine home building using a flashing system on a window replacement. Why not in this one was one used?

[@justinh6974]

Interesting why they didn't answer your question. ?

[@HoustonWindowExperts]

Justin, I guess this one fell through the cracks. Thank you for having my back on this. (I answer about 300-400 a week).

[@HoustonWindowExperts]

John, please accept my sincere apologies... I overlooked your question. I've noticed in this area that many homes do not have flashing on windows unless it's stucco or siding on the walls. In fact, on the back of this house there is siding and they did have flashing. My guess is that the water is not presented on the window as much on a brick home as it would be on siding or stucco. In fact, many homes with stucco have major leak issues in this area.

[@Joshlowemusic]

How did you seal against water penetration behind the brick. This is literally the most important part in my opinion. How was it flashed? WDMA installation instructions call for an interior measurement and installation, with aluminum flashing at the head- a turn up leg on the flashing to be tucked behind the wmb. I've seen others measure exterior brick to brick but I guess I just don't understand how it's flashed. Would love to learn.

[@HoustonWindowExperts]

Joshua, thank you for watching and your question. Here's a specific video about the flashing process we use. kzbin.info/www/bejne/rYGZh32lapeLoZY

[@vandiyplant921]

were you able to leave the original interior trim and casing when replacing the window?

[@HoustonWindowExperts]

Yes. It was undisturbed

[@Living_Energies]

How about using an electric saw when severing window parts?

[@HoustonWindowExperts]

That'll work!

[@MysticalMe131]

I live in Channelview Texas, My window looks just like that from the 50s I watc8and paused your video to measure my one bedroom window. I didn't want you did and my measurements are brick to brick bottom was 35 1/2 or 5/8, and middle was same, and top to bottom was 47 Or 48in. Outside measurements. I'm wanting to know what are regular measurements for regular windows. I just want one window in my bedroom done. Can you tell me please.

[@HoustonWindowExperts]

In the window industry, there are some common sizes but not any guaranteed sizes when it comes to replacing windows. You're going to want to call a window company to come out and take a look at it. I wish there was an easier way to do it. If it's just one window, it would be good to contact Home Depot or Lowe's. They're going to be your most cost-effective way to do this.

[@edgardoedelvalle8840]

The hole for the screws on the windows are they premade or you were making as you went?

[@HoustonWindowExperts]

I don't remember on this particular project whether they were pre-made or not. Some brands do and others don't. It doesn't really matter because sometimes that hole is not in the right place anyway. In that case we just make our own holes.

[@smz506]

Thanks for the video! Were the nailing fins removed for the installation? I have a brick home and we are doing window replacement as well. I'm interested in knowing how the waterproofing works without the nailing fins.

[@HoustonWindowExperts]

Hi, the fins had to be removed in order to install the window. We use a low expansion foam in order to fill the voids and seal the window property.

[@malloryhubbard7950]

@@HoustonWindowExperts this is the secret shhh lol

[@raekrieglstein7886]

@@HoustonWindowExperts Thanks I was just asking about this above. So we won't have room for nailing fins either. I have exactly .75" extra in my brick molding. I am not even sure how that is but measured multiple times by myself and another from the inside and the out - he removed the sash - I removed the trim. So I need the windows to squeeze in there. I read on JCL that you can flash by sliding it under the brick using metal instead of the sticky vinyl tape but it's not ideal so when I studied your window before trusting any installers I really wanted to know how my installation can be done right with only a .75" difference or gain in my brick opening to my inside rough opening. So the foam is enough then? I hope so because I want to schedule this soon. BTW Really appreciate the honest info. It's so hard to know who to trust online and really liked your video.

[@lolitabonita08]

funny how the "low quality" is a high quality for those who have a very crappy 60 year old windows and do not have the $$$$$$ to spend...

[@HoustonWindowExperts]

True..

[@tomvaliquette8164]

I can't find no videos on replacing windows with steel siding can you help

[@HoustonWindowExperts]

Sorry, but I've never done that before.

[@SuperLori4]

We are replacing our windows. I forgot who we hired it’s also in lake Conroe area. I pray they don’t smash my windows.

[@HoustonWindowExperts]

Let me know how it goes.

[@michaelpreston7384]

We're do you get those torx from I like those

[@HoustonWindowExperts]

You would have to do a search for those online. We have to hunt down those screws every time we need them. No one seems to ever have any in stock.

[@beckiwest]

My brick rowlock (exterior) sits higher than my marble stools (interior) -- how do you handle this in a replacement window? Right now I have crappy old aluminum single-panes with even crappier aluminum storm windows.

[@HoustonWindowExperts]

I don't know that I've ever seen a situation like yours. What I would suggest is to contact a reputable window company near you and ask them to come out and explore solutions. If you're looking for a great winter company near you please check out JeffsList.com. I wish I could have been of more help.

[@benjamincranford7647]

What kind of frame is this from Windsor? I’m replacing in brick as well. Windsor’s website only shows the next dimension classic with a nail fin. Wouldn’t I want a block frame? Would a single or double hung match better with a direct set /picture window from Windsor?

[@HoustonWindowExperts]

It's the Next Dimension Classic series in a block frame. It will look different than a direct set fixed window, but it will be fine.

[@jnobleIV]

Would you recommend the same foam for an operational window, like a single hung? I've spoken with a contractor who claims that manufacturers do not recommend using expanding foam in the installation process.

[@HoustonWindowExperts]

It sounds to me like the contractor you're talking to does not like to use foam. If you go to just about any manufacturer's website they will tell you how much they love foam. Ask him to put a guarantee in writing that your window will never leak. If he can do that, let him do whatever you wants.

[@bobby0081]

The brick isn't sealed to the house. How do you keep moisture from behind the brick from getting in the osb and drywall between the two areas you caulked? On most new homes today you tape the outside of the window to the house wrap and when replacing windows that cannot be done unless you remove and reinstall some of the bricks. Brick is a permeable substance and a lot of mositure can transfer through brick and get behind the area you caulked and spray foamed.

[@HoustonWindowExperts]

Bobby, we use foam and a special flashing we created.

[@TeslaBoy123]

This is a window installation video bricks work, framing wall ,etc is another movie

[@CJINW]

OSI says no tooling on caulk. I also like to wipe like you did. Did you get approval on tooling caulk.

[@HoustonWindowExperts]

Yes, we have a very good relationship with OSI at the R&D level. We use about 50 pallets of their products each year.

[@susanreynolds4625]

Wish you came to Georgia

[@HoustonWindowExperts]

Hey, we don't come to Georgia but we do know some great window companies in that area. Please check out JeffsList.com

[@LuLu_World]

who do you recommend in Dallas

[@HoustonWindowExperts]

I started a website to help people locate a great window company near them. We may have someone in your area. Please visit TheWindowExperts.com

[@TheKatongirl]

I love your window videos I wish you were here in Atlanta, I have a brick house and was hoping you could recommend an Excellent window company in Atlanta to replace my windows as good as your company. I don’t want companies contacting me, I will call when I receive your recommendations, thanks

[@HoustonWindowExperts]

Please email our office, they may have someone in your area that we can recommend. [e-mail]

[@ginapellegrin8867]

Wow. What a great job. Do you want to come replace all the windows in my house in Louisiana? I’m in the process of getting bids. I had damaged from hurricane Ida.

[@HoustonWindowExperts]

Hi, thank you for watching and for your comment. We do not sell Windows outside of the Houston market but we do have a lot of great companies all over the country that we refer people out to. We mainly know someone near you. Please check out JeffsList.com

[@MustPassTruck]

Those screws are meant for trim work. But, I have found they are such overkill for trim that I have even used them for doors. Just make sure you get it right the first time because the reverse threads will destroy wood work when you remove them.

[@HoustonWindowExperts]

Great observation. Thank you for your comment.

[@MustPassTruck]

@@texasfossilguy Good point. I always forget that option.

[@bobbyb7127]

Wish ya'll were in Baton Rouge!

[@HoustonWindowExperts]

Hey, we may know somebody in your area. Please check out JeffsList.com

[@bobbyb7127]

@@HoustonWindowExperts Thanks, I will have to check it out.

[@johnmart127]

Caulking experts.

[@HoustonWindowExperts]

Thanks for watching. We sure do try.

[@bedhead1903]

Would this be considered brick to brick install? Doesn't look like there's any brick mould or trim? I like the way it looks with no extra stuff on the exterior.

[@HoustonWindowExperts]

Yes, that is correct.