Windows Won't Stay Open - Easy Fix

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TheWindowDog.com

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@babyk317
@babyk317 7 жыл бұрын
I'm a new homeowner and I lived with a window that wouldn't stay up for a year.. in 5 minutes I was able to fix it.. thank you so much!!!
@fanofkosar19willett51
@fanofkosar19willett51 4 жыл бұрын
This is exactly what was wrong with my daughter's window. Did what was shown (except for throwing the sash) and it worked like a charm. Thank you.
@sab12633
@sab12633 6 жыл бұрын
Thank you so very much; I was able to get rid of the wood block that has been propping that window open for five years! I truly, truly appreciate folk who are willing to take the time and post “how to fix” vids; I have saved so much money :)
@gregsewell0
@gregsewell0 11 ай бұрын
This 8 year old video is still helping people! I watched your instructional video and it helped me fix my window. Thank you for taking the time to post.
@AuntieKarenLouise
@AuntieKarenLouise Жыл бұрын
I'm 65 and have been doing it wrong since the inception of combination windows! Thank you thank you thank you! Easy fix and lesson learned.
@barnettn24
@barnettn24 3 жыл бұрын
Very informative. Popped window off and was able to repair the two “saggy” windows in less than 10 minutes. Thank you.
@davidalexander4929
@davidalexander4929 5 жыл бұрын
I have tried calling more than a few window companies out here and they were all telling me that I was better off replacing my windows. After this video and a can of WD40, all of my windows are not only easier to open and close, but they stay open when I want them to. Thank you!
@one4t
@one4t 6 жыл бұрын
This video is like a God send! After thinking that I caused the problem by snugging up the center screws in the window or wasn't re-installing the trim correctly that hides the upper track, working on it for God knows how long, consulting the instructions that didn't cover any installation problems or adjustments, searching the manufacture's website that also didn't cover installation problems or adjustments, I end up resorting to good old KZbin that's saved my a** I don't know how many times! And using your key for a tool and throwing the sash on the floor gave me a good laugh in the process! This was exactly my problem. I can't believe it was staring me right in the face and I just didn't see it! Thank you for making this video from the bottom of my heart!
@lizb1108
@lizb1108 3 жыл бұрын
Awesome!!! I had a home inspection on a home I'm selling and inspector said :Repair damaged counter weight sash cord/spring" $200 each for 3 windows. Took me 5 min. to watch your video and less than 5 minutes to fix each window. Cost $0!!! Thank you!!!
@WNCBabyLady
@WNCBabyLady 7 жыл бұрын
I am woman! Hear me roar! I feel so powerful after doing what you taught in this video. After almost an hour of playing with the window while the hubby was installing a new kitchen faucet, I was hesitant to tell him I done did break the bathroom window. So I headed to KZbin and found this. Voila! I did exactly as you said even though our windows were a bit different in the foot dept. What a great feeling it was to fix the window myself. I've been strutting around for hours. LOL
@margaretlavigne4812
@margaretlavigne4812 2 жыл бұрын
This was fantastic!!!! I am 68 and fixed the 3 windows that would not stay up. Easy peasy as they say and I cannot thank you enough!
@LiveActionCarl
@LiveActionCarl 6 жыл бұрын
Thank you, this has been bugging me for a year and was an easy fix after watching your video. One thing to mention - when I twisted the shoe it was under pressure so it loudly and unexpectedly snapped up to the top of the jamb, but was still easy enough to set in the correct place after that.
@Queenjay07
@Queenjay07 5 жыл бұрын
Omg! I have this exact window. I was cleaning all the windows in my house and after the window wouldn’t open. Ladies this video is for you. My boyfriend is pretty handy and he watched KZbin videos and still couldn’t fix it. That was months ago in December. It’s June 3rd and I just wanted the nice cool summer breeze, was determined to fix this window. One of my balance is broken, however, this trick worked!! I opted for a flathead screw driver because the key method was going to break my keys! It was really tough getting it to unlock and lock back, but use those muscles! Anyways thumbs up to this video! Thanks
@maryc1396
@maryc1396 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Window Dog! 72 & 71 year old sisters were able to fix windows that have been stuck for years!
@vJyuge
@vJyuge 4 жыл бұрын
Window hasn't worked properly in 8 years, 3am finally bored enough to fix it. Thanks for the video, can add to my random collection of sometimes helpful knowledge.
@koegel007
@koegel007 8 жыл бұрын
just cleaned my windows tilting them and that's exactly what happened to my windows they wouldn't stay opened. I was about to call the company since they have a lifetime warranty but I said let me check this out on youtube and you nailed it no need to call it was an easy fix . Thank you
@Thewindowdog
@Thewindowdog 8 жыл бұрын
+mak007 mak007 that's exactly why I made that video. Glad it helped, thanks for writing!
@roslynalbert4503
@roslynalbert4503 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you! You just saved me a bunch of money. I had one last issue to fix to be able to tell my realtor to tell the buyers of my house that all issues that are fixed. I had 4 items and the window sliding down was the most challenging and I can say with pride that I fixed it by myself and not pay anyone to fix it. Thank you so much!
@SimbaLion
@SimbaLion 6 жыл бұрын
Fixed my window, first time ever doing window maintenance. Zero problems, was the same issue as described in the vid. Thanks!!
@stuartcohen3246
@stuartcohen3246 7 жыл бұрын
I have to thank you. I have a window the top won't stay up and I wasn't able to keep the window open. It happened right after I had the Windows cleaned. I watched the videos and in 1 minute I had the window fixed. I was going to screw the top window in place, but now have full use of the window.
@cindyodom8669
@cindyodom8669 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much. Housewife trying to learn to fix things when hubby is so busy. You made this easy!
@cwaboo8616
@cwaboo8616 5 жыл бұрын
I tried this and it worked. Was a little tricky at first but I took my time and got it. I wish I knew this about 10 years ago. I had several windows in my house that I could have fixed, instead we had wood block holding them up. THANK YOU!
@a3r0d7n4m1k
@a3r0d7n4m1k 4 жыл бұрын
I'm only 20 seconds in but I am enthused by your extreme optimism and will indeed get ready for fun, even though it's midnight and I am probably not going to fix this tonight.
@alexandrawink639
@alexandrawink639 9 жыл бұрын
I had this problem after taking my sashes out of the frames to clean them, and this video was a lifesaver! The only recommendation I have would be to maybe zoom in on the small parts.
@Thewindowdog
@Thewindowdog 9 жыл бұрын
Alexandra Wink Glad we could help and thanks for the tip. We'll have a new batch of videos coming out soon!
@alwayzjello
@alwayzjello 5 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much! I fixed my window all on my own after watching just this video!
@roslynalbert4503
@roslynalbert4503 3 жыл бұрын
Me too!
@jhoelsantana3946
@jhoelsantana3946 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for this video. Exactly what I was looking for the piece was broken and missing. Glad I know what it was. Thanks to this.
@M_Blaze27
@M_Blaze27 4 ай бұрын
watched your video for 2min and was able to fix 3 windows in the house, thank you sir!!
@goodfella024
@goodfella024 8 жыл бұрын
I tried this but I threw my window on the floor like you did, and it broke.
@ncollins10111
@ncollins10111 5 жыл бұрын
O my that's funny lol
@alhakisan
@alhakisan 4 жыл бұрын
🤣🤣🤣
@boxsterman77
@boxsterman77 4 жыл бұрын
Windows crashed?: Ctrl-Alt-Delete.
@andrewsstation6436
@andrewsstation6436 3 жыл бұрын
That’s not good.
@mirabai.tango1
@mirabai.tango1 3 жыл бұрын
Hahaha!
@shannny2k
@shannny2k Жыл бұрын
This was exactly my problem. Thank you for the clear (and short) video!
@robynmyers4583
@robynmyers4583 2 жыл бұрын
Went through 6-8 videos before I came across this very simple to understand fix for my exact problem! Thanks!!!
@alexmack956
@alexmack956 Жыл бұрын
I’m soooo ready for fun
@bgrizz1383
@bgrizz1383 7 жыл бұрын
Thank you!!! That window has been driving me nuts. Fixed in 2 minutes (took 1 to figure out how to swing the window out, I don't have handy thumb tabs). Even went lazy and used a key like shown instead of going to the basement to get a screwdriver :) Wish I had watched this video weeks ago. The InterWebs rocks!!!
@claybarrel
@claybarrel 2 жыл бұрын
You are awesome! This video is awesome! This guest bedroom window has been "broken" for years. Just fixed it 5 mins!!
@washeteria
@washeteria 3 жыл бұрын
I fixed three windows with this video! my house isn't 90 degrees anymore!
@raffy5878
@raffy5878 3 жыл бұрын
Awesome video! Followed the easy steps on the video an "voila" ! Problem fixed. Thanks!!!
@timothymaxwell4155
@timothymaxwell4155 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you. Both my jams were out and it took me a little extra observation, but I fixed it myself.
@zqueen9295
@zqueen9295 8 жыл бұрын
Hey, Window Dog, thanks! I'm a 65 yo lady who knows squat about windows, and I did this myself. A suggestion: If there's a way to zoom in momentarily on small parts that you are referencing--in this case, the shoe, it'd be terrific. A question: What is the name of the upper part of the locking mechanism? It's the part on the jam that is covered by plastic and has a tightly coiled mechanism inside. I noticed on my window that the plastic is broken on that side of the jam where the shoe had fallen. I simply left the broken plastic piece in there and was able to successfully manipulate the shoe, and the window now stays up. However, does that plastic piece/coil need to be replaced? What is it called? I don't want to have someone tell me I need a new window, when I just need to replace that part. Thank you so much!
@jimandkarenallen6866
@jimandkarenallen6866 5 жыл бұрын
Take a picture of the piece with the coil. Take the picture to Lowe's or Home Depot - most of the folks who work there can help you. Whether or not you can get the part from them - don't know. But usually they can tell you how to get it. :)
@breyes9767
@breyes9767 2 жыл бұрын
thank you! youre a life saver. So annoying after i took out my ac for the fall.
@SoundOfFootsteps
@SoundOfFootsteps 2 жыл бұрын
Great video. Just moved and the window in my room was slamming shut. Was able to fix it pretty easily!
@ronnieburr
@ronnieburr 8 жыл бұрын
This video is great! Fixed my shoe problem in ten minutes. I used a large flat head screwdriver to unlock the shoe which worked better for me than a key.
@biancaouchana314
@biancaouchana314 2 жыл бұрын
When he chucked the window sash hahaha :). Very helpful video!!
@Hastwis
@Hastwis 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you! This was very helpful and I'm no longer terrified of my windows being affected so loudly by gravity!
@camilladaggett5184
@camilladaggett5184 7 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this! Just had to clean a tilt out window for the first time and got the sash disconnected from both shoes - once I found this video, I knew how to fix it. Did chuckle when you tossed the window onto the ground...knew better than to try that at home, lol. (Plus, the window was too heavy to toss!) But now I have a window that works and can lock shut again. I did use a flat head screwdriver to unlock the shoes rather than a car key - screwdrivers are easier to replace! Thanks!
@frankgiannini2896
@frankgiannini2896 6 жыл бұрын
Thank you now I don’t need anything to hold the window up all fixed thanks to you...
@ericcollins910
@ericcollins910 4 жыл бұрын
Windows guy using a Mac lol
@sdriding
@sdriding 4 ай бұрын
😂
@Jane_Ricciardi
@Jane_Ricciardi 4 ай бұрын
I see what you did there!!
@distanceman8147
@distanceman8147 Ай бұрын
We had scissors holding ours open. Only 6 months old. Thanks Window Dog!!!
@frankie-b-gud1343
@frankie-b-gud1343 2 жыл бұрын
This was excellent! Had my window fixed if 5 minutes. Thanks sir!
@jimlaregina
@jimlaregina 2 жыл бұрын
DAMN! Your "little wiggle" trick worked! Thanks a million, Mr. WindowDog!
@chakde9
@chakde9 9 жыл бұрын
I had this problem after I pulled it up to fast. It made a loud sound then it wouldn't go up. Going to try and fix it tomorrow morning. Thanks for the video!
@MizShell79
@MizShell79 6 ай бұрын
This was super helpful and fixed my issue! Thx so much!
@patrickgrady2998
@patrickgrady2998 2 жыл бұрын
Fantastic advice. Worked like a charm. Exact same problem - and now it works great. Thanks so much for such easy to follow, practical, and useful advice.
@m.m.mayfield3526
@m.m.mayfield3526 3 жыл бұрын
Fixed the window first try. Thanks so much!
@samb8650
@samb8650 6 жыл бұрын
I love you! I just fixed 3 windows in 5 minutes!!
@robotfun666
@robotfun666 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you Mr. Window Dog. Fixed my problem.
@Canoecamper
@Canoecamper Жыл бұрын
Perfect explanation! Assume the upper window sash functions the same way and gets fixed the same way?
@tydozier2884
@tydozier2884 2 жыл бұрын
Great video. It really helped me and my job today
@talkingbird7529
@talkingbird7529 Жыл бұрын
Thanks brother first& last video I saw and fixed it.
@bctupper
@bctupper 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you! Saved a call to the window shop
@qasmb1546
@qasmb1546 Жыл бұрын
wow. you sir are an absolute genius.
@michaeloden1583
@michaeloden1583 5 ай бұрын
You're a genius!! It worked. Thanks!
@SammaDennis
@SammaDennis 7 жыл бұрын
Thank you thank you thank you! Helpful, quick, informative, and easy to follow.
@Bl00DmixedWithPoison
@Bl00DmixedWithPoison 8 жыл бұрын
thank you so much for posting this. it really helped me understand what may be going on with my weatherproofing.
@otskot
@otskot 7 жыл бұрын
Wow! It worked flawlessly. Thank you, thank you, thank you! We can now use the window again.
@bevconklin5172
@bevconklin5172 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you!! That was a GREAT VIDEO!!!! Easy to follow and understand & educational👍
@Kevin-wg2cd
@Kevin-wg2cd 9 жыл бұрын
This was really helpful! I have identified that one of my shoes is actually broken, so that's a start, thank you
@jayt717
@jayt717 3 жыл бұрын
Holy crap! That just fixed my window after 2 years of it not staying up 🤣 Thanks!
@sheilazimmerman1746
@sheilazimmerman1746 7 жыл бұрын
Thank you!!! I have a newer window, was cleaning and took it out and didn't get it put back in quite right/didn't engage the balance thing you described!! Easy fix!! (PS - I did NOT throw my glass on the ground :-))
@nicolejeffers4932
@nicolejeffers4932 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much! I fixed my window!
@jeremyguyton800
@jeremyguyton800 3 жыл бұрын
With this information I can now fix half the windows in my house! :-)
@jeremysilkowski6064
@jeremysilkowski6064 7 жыл бұрын
Worked just liked the video showed. Very helpful! Thanks for making this video!
@MarcMeeuwissen
@MarcMeeuwissen Жыл бұрын
This was the exact fix. Thank you! tipped!
@thenovatones-music
@thenovatones-music 2 жыл бұрын
Great advice, I just fixed two windows.
@stephenburrow9946
@stephenburrow9946 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks. Saved me a money on a very easy fix.
@joshuasmith7483
@joshuasmith7483 8 жыл бұрын
Thanks! Fixed my window in no time!
@caracostner1097
@caracostner1097 8 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video. Using the key to turn the shoe to the right position fixed my problem in 5 minutes.
@Thewindowdog
@Thewindowdog 8 жыл бұрын
+Cara Costner awesome! Glad it helped out.
@piercarlotalenti4044
@piercarlotalenti4044 6 жыл бұрын
Easy as pie, and I wouldn't have known unless you'd shown me. So thanks.
@nickv4073
@nickv4073 7 жыл бұрын
I used your key method and fixed my window. Now my car won't start.
@lancebaker1374
@lancebaker1374 5 жыл бұрын
Not funny, Nick.
@tlk2348
@tlk2348 5 жыл бұрын
Nick, I thought it was funny! Good one.
@alhakisan
@alhakisan 4 жыл бұрын
IKR!!! Good fix, bad advice
@andrewsstation6436
@andrewsstation6436 4 жыл бұрын
Other repair experts say to use a flathead screwdriver to twist and move the disengaged shoe.
@nickv4073
@nickv4073 4 жыл бұрын
@@andrewsstation6436 My comment was a joke. Why this guy used a car key is beyond my comprehension.
@LdyRedStar
@LdyRedStar 8 жыл бұрын
THANK YOU so much! It worked and I didn't even break a nail. Exactly what I needed.
@Thewindowdog
@Thewindowdog 8 жыл бұрын
+LdyRedStar happy to help out!
@jason.walkdawg
@jason.walkdawg 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks, this is exactly what the problem was and I fixed it in 2 minutes
@haditwithwork
@haditwithwork Жыл бұрын
Very helpful. Thanks!
@rustyhall7709
@rustyhall7709 7 жыл бұрын
Just the ticket worked like a charm. Thank you
@michaelcasile1036
@michaelcasile1036 7 жыл бұрын
Very informative. I've dabbled around with these parts but did not know the details. Well spent 5 minutes. I am turning over a rental with several window issues (may need to replace some window balances (they do tend to be available on the web ... but of course weight accuracy is key). I fear in my case that the pulley on which the spring connects may be cracked (ie: spring can't pull it anymore. May look at seeing if I can get pulleys .. and maybe shoes .. because the other parts seem OK ... although this is a no-name brand window (actually, no markings, so I'm not sure what the window is) ... and there is a relatively intricate stringing onto this pulley. Hoping at least some of the failing windows will just be the shoe at the bottom (have definitely seen this on at least 1). Thanks again ... great investment of 5 minutes on my part.
@Cariblight411
@Cariblight411 2 жыл бұрын
Worked like a charm’ thanks!!
@cordesruss
@cordesruss 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for clearly explaining issue and fix !!
@philojiaeseo7124
@philojiaeseo7124 6 жыл бұрын
You helped me a lot. I was lucky to find your video. Otherwise, I would spend a lot of money to fix this simple problem.
@danismanbeyaz6369
@danismanbeyaz6369 4 жыл бұрын
Thank You. It was very helpful to me.
@ZombieHedgehogMakes
@ZombieHedgehogMakes 4 жыл бұрын
My problem is that the top white pieces were not screwed in, so they were pushing the door down. Great video!
@erinludwig9256
@erinludwig9256 7 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for this. Was able to take care of a home-inspection hit within a few minutes.
@nicolenobody8613
@nicolenobody8613 4 жыл бұрын
Exactly why I came on here 😂
@timedgeworth9225
@timedgeworth9225 3 жыл бұрын
Worked like a charm! Cheers!
@LizBethTeague
@LizBethTeague 2 жыл бұрын
This was such a great help. I fixed it! Thank you so much :)
@joshuasuri9326
@joshuasuri9326 Жыл бұрын
Very helpful, thanks
@oralharper9885
@oralharper9885 4 жыл бұрын
That was very helpful. Thank u.
@lmac686
@lmac686 2 жыл бұрын
Well done! So useful. Thanks.
@mrqdiesel
@mrqdiesel 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you sir! You just saved me $250!
@Marcadislaw
@Marcadislaw 7 жыл бұрын
Thank You !! Fixed 5 windows today!
@dianarosado2536
@dianarosado2536 3 жыл бұрын
Omg this video was soo helpful & was very hard to find one that I needed, perfect thank you 👍
@terkfranks1538
@terkfranks1538 5 жыл бұрын
My top sash is doing this, I think you solved the problem. Thank you
@lancebaker1374
@lancebaker1374 5 жыл бұрын
My window had been very difficult to close to the fully latched position (new owner of this home). Today the window seemed to spring loose, and lost all support. I noticed these long rectangular bars at the far outside that seemed to have no attachment. Can this be fixed without spending a mint?
@kfetty
@kfetty 9 жыл бұрын
Worked like a charm. Thank you!
@erickkiggen4968
@erickkiggen4968 Жыл бұрын
Thanks. That helps!! You go dawg!!!
@philiphorky9090
@philiphorky9090 8 жыл бұрын
You're awesome! That did the trick. Thank you for putting this video on KZbin. That was exactly what needed to be done. I'm now a hero in my house! Thanks again!
@robertgautreau5611
@robertgautreau5611 8 жыл бұрын
I would be The hero if I wasn't The one who broke it in The first place. but now I am off The hook for doing something Thats got my wife upset I hope
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