https://www.repairmywindowsanddoors.co.uk/yate-glazier-and-glazing-near-me/ Do-It-Yourself Double Glazing Repairs Double glazing can keep a building warm, but it can also cause problems over time. Problems like leaking, broken glass or foggy windows could cause a loss of energy efficiency, costly repairs, and even health problems. FENSA certified installers are able to assist you repair or maintain your double glazing to be energy efficient and meet the requirements of compliance with the law and resale prices. Broken Panes A damaged window can cause a lot of trouble as it blocks light, air and perhaps even pests from entering your home. You can hire a professional to repair the broken window, but you can also do it yourself at a fraction of the cost an expert would charge. To do this, you have to take off the old pane. Begin by putting on protective glasses, gloves for work and dust masks to shield yourself from glass shards and lead dust. Establish a stable work surface in a well-ventilated area. Place a dropcloth under the work surface to catch any glass that falls as you remove it. Keep in your vicinity to get rid of dust debris, debris, and hazardous waste as you work. After the window has been removed using a utility knife, you can use it to scrape away the old glazing putty. Be careful not damage the wooden frame of the window. If the old putty has difficulty being removed, you can use a heat gun to soften it. Wear safety goggles and be careful to avoid getting hot glass or wood fragments in your eye when using a heatgun. Next, make the frame ready to receive the new pane. To take into account wood expansion and contraction to measure the opening, subtract one-sixteenth of an inch in both directions. Your local hardware store can then cut a piece of double strength glass to precisely fit the opening. Before you install the new glass dry-fit it to ensure an ideal fit. After you have put in the new glass then apply a small amount of caulk made from latex to the