This happens to a window when the outdoor temperature combined with the indoor humidity levels are within a certain range – low outdoor temperatures combined with high indoor humidity.
Humidity in the home can be attributed to many things: showers, cooking, plants, humans, pets, and laundry. But I Thought My New Windows Would Be Better Than the Old Ones They are! New energy efficient windows offer many benefits, versus older windows. They improve energy efficiency, save money on utilities, and add comfort by sealing out hot or cold air, among other things. Although new windows do not cause condensation, this can occur more frequently because of how tightly the new windows seal up the home. But why? Older drafty windows (perhaps the primary reason you replaced them with new), can allow movement of air between indoors and outdoors. This air movement can prevent condensation from forming because it both allows warmer moist air to escape and cooler air to accumulate around the inside of the window. These phenomena create an environment that is unfavorable to the formation of condensation. How Can I Prevent This from Happening in My House?
Take comfort in the fact that your new windows are not causing condensation. New windows may present this phenomenon more than old windows, but it’s because they are sealing in warmth better than the old windows and doing their job. Also, if you are experiencing condensation, there are simple steps you can take to minimize or prevent this from happening. If you have any questions about condensation with your new windows or if you are considering new windows, please contact us. We are here to help. Comments are closed.
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