<p></p> <img src=https://dcr-apis.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/wp_contents/uploads/DCR-ADMIN/Article_Webp/Able-Glass-Company.webp alt=undefined style=height: ;width: /> <p></p> <p>Have you ever heard of “weep” holes? John Pope, general manager of Old Town Glass, tells me that many people are unaware that their <a href=https://www.diamondcertified.org/windows-101/ target=_self>vinyl, aluminum and even fiberglass windows</a> have small holes in them, weep holes, to allow water to drain. Without regular maintenance, the weep holes become clogged by dirt, stucco and debris, causing water to back up and leak into the wrong places.</p> <p>As part of your <a href=https://www.diamondcertified.org/diamond-certified-experts-preparing-your-home-exterior-for-winter/ target=_self>fall/winter maintenance</a>, check those weep holes and if they’re not clear, blow them out with an air compressor, or clean them out with a small tool. While you’re checking your windows, touch up cracks in the caulking between the window and trim. Make sure you’ve also touched up cracked paint; you want all exterior surfaces to be weather-tight. That way, you’ll not only <a href=https://www.diamondcertified.org/how-to-waterproof-your-home/ target=_self>keep the water out</a>, but bugs out as well.</p> <p><a href=https://www.diamondcertified.org/ target=_self>Use Diamond Certified Resource to find top rated companies.</a></p> <p><strong>Local, Top Rated Diamond Certified Companies Related to Your Topic</strong><br><a href=https://www.diamondcertified.org/santa-clara-windows/ target=_self>Santa Clara County Window Companies</a><br><a href=https://www.diamondcertified.org/marin-windows/ target=_self>Marin County Window Companies</a><br><a href=https://www.diamondcertified.org/san-francisco-windows/ target=_self>San Francisco Window Companies</a><br><a href=https://www.diamondcertified.org/alameda-windows/ target=_self>Alameda County Window Companies</a><br><a href=https://www.diamondcertified.org/sonoma-windows/ target=_self>Sonoma County Window Companies </a> </p> <p><strong>Related Articles</strong><br><a href=https://www.diamondcertified.org/Guide/Home-Windows-Skylights/ target=_self>The Homeowner's Guide to Home Windows & Skylights</a><br><a href=https://www.diamondcertified.org/find-expert-advice/ target=_self>Get Expert Advice From Owners of Top Rated Local</a> <a href=https://www.diamondcertified.org/find-expert-advice/ target=_self>Companies</a><br><a href=https://www.diamondcertified.org/membership/ target=_self>Become a Diamond Certified Preferred Member (Always Free)</a> </p>
Avoid “Weeping” Windows This Winter
Have you ever heard of “weep” holes? John Pope, general manager of Old Town Glass, tells me that many people are unaware that their vinyl, aluminum and even fiberglass windows have small holes in them, weep holes, to allow water to drain. Without regular maintenance, the weep holes become clogged by dirt, stucco and debris, causing water to back up and leak into the wrong places.
As part of your fall/winter maintenance, check those weep holes and if they’re not clear, blow them out with an air compressor, or clean them out with a small tool. While you’re checking your windows, touch up cracks in the caulking between the window and trim. Make sure you’ve also touched up cracked paint; you want all exterior surfaces to be weather-tight. That way, you’ll not only keep the water out, but bugs out as well.
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