Getting Windows Repairs Window repairs are not the easiest thing to fix but they can be done by a professional with the appropriate skills and tools. With stuck or broken windows repairs can be done by yourself or with the help of a contractor. Sometimes windows can be a source of heat-loss in many companies or homes. They can stick and refuse to open if they have swollen from humidity or were painted. If you have blinds or shades on the inside of your window they may refuse to work correctly and the glass inside your window can get broken. There are many things you can do as a homeowner or business owner to ensure that your windows work properly.
One of the biggest issues that people face is windows that refuse to open. If you have wooden window frames they have a higher risk of getting stuck especially in older houses. Many times this is caused by a window which has recently been painted and the paint seals around the window and keeps it closed. In this instance the solution is an easy one: all you have to do is break the paint seal and clear all of the tracks from debris or paint chips. Once this is done all you have to do is lubricate the tracks and they will work right fine.
If this does not fix the issue then you need to check the tracks. The tracks which are located above the sash may be blocked as a result of paint build up. You can take a hammer and a chisel and use them to remove any of the paint that has been left behind on the tracks. You can cut out the paint that has tried thickly but be careful not to make a gouge in the wooden tracks. You can then smooth out the window tracks using sandpaper. Once this is done you should spray it down with lubricant.
Should this not work to repair the issue then you can use a pry bar from the outside of your window. Start with the flat end of the bar and insert it beneath the sash. If you need additional leverage then set scrap wood underneath the bar. You should then pry at the corners gently and move toward the centre of the window. Be careful because too much pressure can cause damage to the window frame as well as the sash. Once you have opened the window you should clean off the tracks and apply a silicone spray to lubricate the tracks. If the problem persists then call upon a carpenter to fix it instead of trying to force it open.