Windows Won't Stay Open - Easy Fix

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Do you have windows that won't stay open? Are you using a stick to keep them up? We'll show you how to fix them so you don't have to live with replacement windows that don't work correctly.

[@babyk317]

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]

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]

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 :)

[@vJyuge]

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.

[@WNCBabyLady]

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

[@barnettn24]

Very informative. Popped window off and was able to repair the two “saggy” windows in less than 10 minutes. Thank you.

[@lizb1108]

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!!!

[@one4t]

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!

[@davidalexander4929]

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!

[@Queenjay07]

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

[@gregsewell0]

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.

[@maryc1396]

Thank you, Window Dog! 72 & 71 year old sisters were able to fix windows that have been stuck for years!

[@LiveActionCarl]

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.

[@washeteria]

I fixed three windows with this video! my house isn't 90 degrees anymore!

[@AuntieKarenLouise]

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.

[@stuartcohen3246]

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.

[@margaretlavigne4812]

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!

[@alwayzjello]

Thank you so much! I fixed my window all on my own after watching just this video!

[@roslynalbert4503]

Me too!

[@goodfella024]

I tried this but I threw my window on the floor like you did, and it broke.

[@ncollins10111]

O my that's funny lol

[@alhakisan]

🤣🤣🤣

[@boxsterman77]

Windows crashed?: Ctrl-Alt-Delete.

[@andrewsstation6436]

That’s not good.

[@mirabai.tango1]

Hahaha!

[@Hastwis]

Thank you! This was very helpful and I'm no longer terrified of my windows being affected so loudly by gravity!

[@koegel007]

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]

+mak007 mak007 that's exactly why I made that video. Glad it helped, thanks for writing!

[@roslynalbert4503]

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!

[@M_Blaze27]

watched your video for 2min and was able to fix 3 windows in the house, thank you sir!!

[@samb8650]

I love you! I just fixed 3 windows in 5 minutes!!

[@SimbaLion]

Fixed my window, first time ever doing window maintenance. Zero problems, was the same issue as described in the vid. Thanks!!

[@cwaboo8616]

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]

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]

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]

Alexandra Wink Glad we could help and thanks for the tip. We'll have a new batch of videos coming out soon!

[@zqueen9295]

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]

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. :)

[@cindyodom8669]

Thank you so much. Housewife trying to learn to fix things when hubby is so busy. You made this easy!

[@frankgiannini2896]

Thank you now I don’t need anything to hold the window up all fixed thanks to you...

[@bgrizz1383]

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!!!

[@timothymaxwell4155]

Thank you. Both my jams were out and it took me a little extra observation, but I fixed it myself.

[@robynmyers4583]

Went through 6-8 videos before I came across this very simple to understand fix for my exact problem! Thanks!!!

[@frankie-b-gud1343]

This was excellent! Had my window fixed if 5 minutes. Thanks sir!

[@shannny2k]

This was exactly my problem. Thank you for the clear (and short) video!

[@claybarrel]

You are awesome! This video is awesome! This guest bedroom window has been "broken" for years. Just fixed it 5 mins!!

[@lancebaker1374]

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?

[@jayt717]

Holy crap! That just fixed my window after 2 years of it not staying up 🤣 Thanks!

[@ronnieburr]

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.

[@jhoelsantana3946]

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.

[@caracostner1097]

Thanks for the video. Using the key to turn the shoe to the right position fixed my problem in 5 minutes.

[@Thewindowdog]

+Cara Costner awesome! Glad it helped out.

[@camilladaggett5184]

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!

[@breyes9767]

thank you! youre a life saver. So annoying after i took out my ac for the fall.

[@jeremyguyton800]

With this information I can now fix half the windows in my house! :-)

[@Canoecamper]

Perfect explanation! Assume the upper window sash functions the same way and gets fixed the same way?

[@SoundOfFootsteps]

Great video. Just moved and the window in my room was slamming shut. Was able to fix it pretty easily!

[@raffy5878]

Awesome video! Followed the easy steps on the video an "voila" ! Problem fixed. Thanks!!!

[@chakde9]

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!

[@jimlaregina]

DAMN! Your "little wiggle" trick worked! Thanks a million, Mr. WindowDog!

[@ericcollins910]

Windows guy using a Mac lol

[@sdriding]

😂

[@Jane_Ricciardi]

I see what you did there!!

[@patrickgrady2998]

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.

[@Bl00DmixedWithPoison]

thank you so much for posting this. it really helped me understand what may be going on with my weatherproofing.

[@joshuasmith7483]

Thanks! Fixed my window in no time!

[@SammaDennis]

Thank you thank you thank you! Helpful, quick, informative, and easy to follow.

[@bctupper]

Thank you! Saved a call to the window shop

[@Kevin-wg2cd]

This was really helpful! I have identified that one of my shoes is actually broken, so that's a start, thank you

[@tokenknob]

Helped me fix our window too, i caused the problem when cleaning our windows.

[@nickv4073]

I used your key method and fixed my window. Now my car won't start.

[@lancebaker1374]

Not funny, Nick.

[@tlk2348]

Nick, I thought it was funny! Good one.

[@alhakisan]

IKR!!! Good fix, bad advice

[@andrewsstation6436]

Other repair experts say to use a flathead screwdriver to twist and move the disengaged shoe.

[@nickv4073]

@@andrewsstation6436 My comment was a joke. Why this guy used a car key is beyond my comprehension.

[@lancebaker1374]

My window parts are not at all like yours. I have long, grey bars the full length of the sash, and it is one of those that is lose and falling out. This home is 35 years old, no company name shown on any of the window parts. Is this like plumbing parts where companies go out of their way to make parts non-interchangeable?

[@sheilazimmerman1746]

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 :-))

[@otskot]

Wow! It worked flawlessly. Thank you, thank you, thank you! We can now use the window again.

[@thenovatones-music]

Great advice, I just fixed two windows.

[@michaelcasile1036]

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.

[@biancaouchana314]

When he chucked the window sash hahaha :). Very helpful video!!

[@ZombieHedgehogMakes]

My problem is that the top white pieces were not screwed in, so they were pushing the door down. Great video!

[@qasmb1546]

wow. you sir are an absolute genius.

[@PLSEMAIL]

This is a super helpful video and helped us with multiple problem windows, Bravo!

[@erinludwig9256]

Thank you so much for this. Was able to take care of a home-inspection hit within a few minutes.

[@nicolenobody8613]

Exactly why I came on here 😂

[@mrqdiesel]

Thank you sir! You just saved me $250!

[@philiphorky9090]

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]

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

[@philojiaeseo7124]

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.

[@dhavalshah2009]

Wish u can make video in brighter light… u explained very well but just can see what u r trying to point out

[@laurabriskman2127]

My problem must be a balance. I still can't get it to stay opened but I must say the tutorial video was very helpful for when I have a 'shoe' problem. Thanks

[@bevconklin5172]

Thank you!! That was a GREAT VIDEO!!!! Easy to follow and understand & educational👍

[@LdyRedStar]

THANK YOU so much! It worked and I didn't even break a nail. Exactly what I needed.

[@Thewindowdog]

+LdyRedStar happy to help out!

[@jeremysilkowski6064]

Worked just liked the video showed. Very helpful! Thanks for making this video!

[@jason.walkdawg]

Thanks, this is exactly what the problem was and I fixed it in 2 minutes

[@m.m.mayfield3526]

Fixed the window first try. Thanks so much!

[@nicolejeffers4932]

Thank you so much! I fixed my window!

[@MizShell79]

This was super helpful and fixed my issue! Thx so much!

[@talkingbird7529]

Thanks brother first& last video I saw and fixed it.

[@tydozier2884]

Great video. It really helped me and my job today

[@jeanmoore4021]

I'm going look at my 2 windows and see if I can fix it thank you

[@alexmack956]

I’m soooo ready for fun

[@piercarlotalenti4044]

Easy as pie, and I wouldn't have known unless you'd shown me. So thanks.

[@michaeloden1583]

You're a genius!! It worked. Thanks!

[@Marcadislaw]

Thank You !! Fixed 5 windows today!

[@cordesruss]

Thanks for clearly explaining issue and fix !!

[@lalolalo1233]

Hi, I've metal window pane that's crooked when I pull up it up or down, I've noticed there's only one spiral on the left side. Are there supposed to be two of them (one on each side)?

[@terkfranks1538]

My top sash is doing this, I think you solved the problem. Thank you

[@rustyhall7709]

Just the ticket worked like a charm. Thank you

[@kfetty]

Worked like a charm. Thank you!

[@robotfun666]

Thank you Mr. Window Dog. Fixed my problem.

[@stephenburrow9946]

Thanks. Saved me a money on a very easy fix.

[@michellek1316]

Thank you for saving me hours of aggravation!

[@MarcMeeuwissen]

This was the exact fix. Thank you! tipped!

[@tonypolito8930]

Great clip, I'm having an issue with replacing the actual spring not able to clip it to one of the holes to allow it to spring into place. If I buy the entire casing, how would I remove the shoe? Seems I'd have to break the plastic in order to do so. Any thoughts?

[@adrianthomas8308]

I recently installed a few CGI Targa 7100 series impact single hung windows that use the constant force coil balance system, some sash stay open as they should while some drop down. I've noticed that these particular windows do not have a screw holding the top portion of the coil balance in place so, my question is, how do I adjust the coils where they hold the window sash in place when the windows are opened? Their website has not offered much on troubleshooting.

[@SonicBoomC98]

Yeah I have one that just stopped staying up. It moves a little side-to-side, and I can see the pivot bar on one side. Never really had a problem with this window before, but now we open and close it on a daily basis now. These are 30 year old windows, so we will see