Have you noticed a foggy appearance or water between the panes of your dual-pane windows? This is a problem facing homeowners whose dual-pane windows are ten or more years old. Tiny cracks develop in the seals between the panes allowing moisture to get trapped, causing the unsightly fogging and staining.

Dual-pane windows have been the standard for energy efficiency in the construction of new homes since the 1970's. The energy efficiency of dual-pane windows is significantly decreased when the seal between the panes is cracked or damaged. This leads to higher energy bills. Over time, the problem can become so severe that replacement is the only option.

A New Solution

Now there is a fast, effective, on-site process that permanently removes the moisture without replacing the glass and at a fraction of the cost. Sounds too good to be true? The unique process relies on the installation of a small, inconspicuously placed air vent that allows the window to dry through evaporation. The process has been proven and tested for more than a decade and has been utilized to successfully restore hundreds of thousands of windows in the US and Canada.

How the Process Works

A Restoration Technician begins by drilling a small hole in an upper and lower corner of the failed window. Using specialized equipment and solutions, the interior space is cleaned and rinsed. After evacuating the solutions, patent-pending Microvents are installed over the drill holes. Each day, as the air temperature increases, rising air pressure forces the remaining moisture out the Micro-vents leaving the window dry and clear. This permanently restores the visibility and thermal qualities of the window as wet saturated air is replaced with a dry buffer of air between the panes. The cleaning and installation process usually takes only 15-20 minutes for an average window and most windows completely dry out within a 2-3 weeks following the service. The repair is guaranteed to be effective for 10 years.

These days, it pays to do whatever it takes to maintain the value of your home. Discovering and treating this problem early makes it much easier and less costly to fix. If the problem goes for too long, replacement is the only option.

Restoration vs. Replacement

The cost of window moisture repair service is about half of the cost of window replacement. The savings may be higher depending on the type and location of the window. A week or more is usually required to order and replace your typical dual pane window, not to mention the intrusion, hassle and mess. This procedure works for almost every dual-pane window, although badly stained glass and tempered glass may still need to be replaced entirely.