There are several things you don’t want to see on your windows. First, you don’t want to see rot settling in. Those soft spots in the wood materials of the windows can spread and never does anything good for the windows. You also don’t want to see mold on the windows. Mold can form on lots of things, including windows. If you see it start, it’s best to be proactive about getting rid of it or you might need replacement windows in Murray, UT. Here’s what you should do.
Use A Soft Cloth
You might think you should get a scrub brush and start rubbing on the windows, but that’s not what you need to do. Instead, get out a soft cloth and be gentle with the window materials. You don’t want to rip off more than you need to, which could damage the window. Get a spray bottle and some detergent and use warm water to rinse it away. With any luck, you can break up the mold and rinse it away. Make sure you let it fully dry or the mold could grow back in no time. Mold likes damp surfaces, after all.
Bleach The Area
Once you get any mold off that you can see, it’s a good idea to use some bleach water on the surface to kill any leftover bacteria that might be clinging to the area, but now showing. Rub that on, rinse it off, and again, let it dry. It’s best to be thorough where mold growth is concerned. You don’t want to see any evidence of it once you scrub it away. Since you know mold has grown there before, it’s a good idea to keep an eye on the area, too. If it grows back quickly, there might be mold beneath the surface that is spreading.
Window Replacement
If you can’t keep mold at bay, there’s probably water irritating the frames, even below where you can see. You might want to look into replacement windows to start fresh, get rid of the mold for good, and start with windows that are clean and don’t grow mold. Consider vinyl materials and ensure that there isn’t any mold between the walls when the windows are replaced. The installers will alert you if there is and help you to rid your home of it before you replace the windows.
Getting replacement windows in Murray, UT can help you take care of mold issues, but it can also help you get more efficiency in your home as well as a new, fresh look. Most homeowners like having low energy bills and new windows can help you achieve that as well. When you think mold issues are out of hand and that new windows are in store, call the professionals at HomeStar Windows & Doors and we can help you figure out what direction to take from there. We’re happy to give free consultations with no obligations to move forward until you are absolutely ready for the process to continue.
