Is Winter Weather Causing a Casement Window Hardware Failure?
Posted in Window Parts, on January 04, 2022
Extreme winter weather conditions usually have a negative effect on our homes – from the roof to the basement and even to casement window parts. With various forms of precipitation through the winter, it’s no wonder that windows and window parts will take a beating. In particular, freezing and thawing cycles can take a toll on casement window parts, especially if those parts are of poor quality. Even gusty winds can affect windows over the long term. To be sure, damage may not occur at one time, but over the years, window parts can certainly fail. If your windows are succumbing to harsh external weather conditions, window parts suppliers like the Window Hardware company can help.
When Can Winter Weather Cause Window Hardware to Fail?
Harsh winter weather, along with extreme temperature fluctuations, can adversely affect the windows and doors in a home – and that includes window parts like hinges, locks, and operators. Over time, poor-quality parts become increasingly likely to fail, requiring replacement. The good thing is that each part can be easily replaced with higher-quality window hardware from reputable window parts suppliers. The Window Hardware Company stocks a full range of replacement parts that can get your window back in working order with the large cost investment of a brand new window.
Winds and Strong Gusts
When a window is inadvertently left ajar, it’s not uncommon for a strong wind to damage a hinge or operator. More than that, wind from a rainstorm can also allow moisture to accumulate and create long-term damage to locks, hinges and operators. With high-quality window hardware installed, windows can be shut tight during inclement weather, thus avoiding any chance of damage.
Winter Ice Accumulation
In many regions of North America, winter weather will allow ice to form in the smaller nooks and crannies of a window. When given a chance, moist indoor air will freeze upon contact with the cold air outside and expand as it freezes. Here again, window parts can be damaged from the ice jamming, especially if the window isn’t shutting tightly. Durable window parts are often the best remedy.
Frigid Temperatures
Extremely cold temperatures will affect most structural materials, including wood and metal. In fact, windows and doors can actually shrink when exposed to extreme cold. That’s why many property owners have been choosing PVC and aluminum windows over wooden windows. And that’s why many are choosing to install high-quality window parts from reputable window parts suppliers.
Precipitation & Storms
Hail and other extreme forms of precipitation can cause immediate physical damage to window parts like handles, hinges and locks. Cold-weather stresses like hail are particularly damaging to casement window parts because they are more complex mechanisms than other window parts. When it comes time to replace damaged or broken window hardware, it's best to choose high quality replacements.
The Benefits of High-quality Casement Window Parts
With casement window parts, peak performance can be ensured with high-quality replacement parts. At the Window Hardware Company, our online store allows customers to access over 10,000 window parts that are 100% guaranteed. We are authorized distributors for Amesbury Truth window parts, known throughout the industry for top quality and top performance. Our experienced staff can help in choosing replacement hardware, even with hard-to-find window parts.