Upgrading to hurricane impact windows and doors is an investment that can improve the safety and security of your home or business for many years to come. Routine care and maintenance are an easy way to protect that investment by ensuring proper function, maintaining your manufacturer warranty, and finding and addressing potential issues before they can arise.
Keep Products at Peak Performance
Every component of a hurricane window and door is essential to its function of keeping storm conditions outside. Regularly cleaning these components ensures that they will continue to function properly. As components vary by window or door type, so will the particulars on how to maintain them. Some examples include:
1. Cleaning debris and dust from Sliding Glass Door tracks
2. Lubricate hinges on Casement Windows and French Doors
3. Clean and thoroughly dry weatherstripping
Maintain Warranty Terms
Our industry-leading manufacturer partners all offer their own product warranties covering operable parts, glass, frames, and hardware. Warranty terms can range from periods of 5 years to 30 years, depending on the part and manufacturer in question. The most important thing to know about manufacturer warranties is that they are contingent upon routine maintenance. Failure to clean products and request repairs and new parts in a timely manner can invalidate warranty terms.
Every manufacturer provides a detailed list of the necessary steps to clean and maintain their products based on the materials that make up the window or door. These guidelines will also dictate how frequently these products should be maintained. For inland areas, this typically is bi-annual cleanings. Coastal areas require a higher frequency due to the corrosive nature of salty sea air. Some products, like wood entry doors, require additional work like annual re-sealing to prevent water intrusion and UV fading.
Make Repairs Before Problems Arise
In addition to cleaning, routine maintenance should include thorough inspections of all window and door components. When needed, it is important to conduct quick repairs like tightening loose screws, replacing damaged weatherstripping, or adjusting locking mechanisms. When these components are not functioning properly, they can cause larger issues like water or air leaks.
After each project is completed, our project managers will provide a Care and Handling Packet that includes all maintenance guides and warranty documentation from each manufacturer used in your home. Following these guidelines will safeguard your investment and your family. Window & Door Replacement Company also offers Ongoing Product Care Solutions that include all manufacturer-required maintenance to make protecting your investment even easier. For free product care pricing, contact our office at 561-623-8446.
