HOW TO Repair a Window Part 2

Vinyl Replacement windows have a lot of different reasons why they may stop working correctly. In this video we will see a common problem that is really kind of easy to resolve. You just need to pay attention to the details and take all the necessary steps.

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How to Repair a Window Part 2

This is Dennis with Home Rehab Pros, and we have another window problem. The top sash won't stay up, and the bottom sash won't stay up. However, this is a different window than what you've seen in other videos we've produced. This window features a constant balance mechanism instead of a tension spring balancer. Let's take a closer look to understand exactly what I mean.

In some windows, there's a long rod with a corkscrew spring that you tighten and install into the shoe. With these windows, you mainly see the shoe, but inside them are springs that provide constant balance, allowing the window to maintain the necessary tension to stay open. Something has gone wrong with these windows; let's determine the issue.

The first step is to remove or at least tilt in the bottom sash. Let's carefully examine the situation. We'll grasp the two springs on the top and slowly bring them out while keeping the sash at an angle to prevent it from dropping. Now, I notice that one side of the window is moving freely, and it appears to have come out of its shoe base. The shoe should be attached to the window, so let's take a closer look.

I've removed the sash from the opening, revealing the shoe where the window had come out. This shoe has an interesting feature - it can be moved horizontally, and it springs back automatically when pressed down. This indicates that the tension spring is still functional. These mechanisms involve a slot where a screwdriver can be inserted to move the shoe up and down. When turned vertically, it locks the position.

Now, moving to the side of the window, we can see the issue - the shoe needs to fit into the window to hold it up. We need to ensure both sides of the window have their shoes properly in place. Let's address the top sash. It seems that the same problem exists here; the sash has come out of the shoe. Let's investigate further and remove the window for examination.

With the shoes functioning properly, we can now reinstall the sashes. The shoes on both sides have been adjusted to different heights. As we insert the sashes, we'll angle them to fit into the shoes and then gently lower them into place. This will allow us to secure the sashes and ensure they stay open as intended.

Starting with the upper sash, I'll insert it into the shoe, angling it to fit properly. Once it's in the unlocked position, I'll slide it in and secure it. The same process applies to the lower sash, making sure both sides are properly engaged in the shoes. After unlocking, the sashes should open, close, and stay open as they should.

In summary, by ensuring the shoes are properly aligned and engaged, we've fixed the issue of the window not staying up due to the tension spring. Thank you for watching this demonstration. Windows can present challenges, but don't be afraid to tackle repairs yourself. Your feedback and comments are welcome, and if you found this content valuable, please consider liking and subscribing. Until next time, this is Dennis with Home Rehab Pros, signing off.