It’s essential to ensure your windows and rolling patio doors are in good working condition to keep water from passing through them into the house throughout the South California torrential rains, which run from about the middle of May to the end of November. And it doesn’t matter what season it is; even a small amount of water can have a devastating effect. Water leakage from rain is a persistent issue that may get expensive to fix if not addressed in a timely fashion. A good time to avoid water damage and make sure everything is correct is in the early spring.

Frequent Issues: Water Damage and Poor Window Drainage 

Poorly drained window and door frames typically go unnoticed before their effects become apparent, and water damage can take many different forms. Wooden windows and door frames are especially susceptible to degradation because of the strain from the environment. The wood expands with heat and contracts with cold, affecting its structure and leading to cracks or paint flaking off.

Over time, water seeps through and expands the wood fibers, ultimately damaging the building and encouraging further infiltration that seeps beneath concrete slabs and down walls. A moldy condition is left when water finds its way into the building or percolates down gaps. It may suffer from external roasting as well.

Old, crumbly caulk in a few places might cause water to collect in places it shouldn’t. After some time, you will see that weeds or even sprouts of more robust vegetation are emerging, establishing a root system that adds yet another route for water to follow.

Poorly installed sliding doors and windows are other sources of water damage. According to iProperty Management, any quick cut could end up being quite expensive.

“Builder’s unprofessional concept when fixings with window flashing around sliding doors and improper window fascia angling allowed water to pour over the top of the door and underneath it, damaging the wood below it.” 

The buildup of particles and dirt in the bottom rail channel, which makes the sliding panel malfunction, is another frequently mentioned cause of poor window outflow. Any crack, no matter how small, indicates that the window or door is no longer entirely sealed, allowing water to accumulate little by little. The obstructed railway will be crossed by water. Based on how to level the base, gravity will handle the remaining tasks, either inward or outward.

What to Do to Avoid Water Damage and Ensure Suitable Window Drainage?

Below are tips to avoid water damage:

1. Periodic Maintenance 

At least twice a year, inspect your windows and doors. Examine the caulking and insulation all around. Any window or door that doesn’t lock or close securely could have an unbalanced frame. Water may enter the system as a result of this. Make sure the weeping holes are clear by vacuuming any dirt out of the track and wiping away any dirt.

2. Evaluate The Systems’ Lifespan  

Deformation may be unavoidable depending on the type of material and the caliber of the windows and doors. Metal may have lost part of its toughness. In the short run, fixing outdated systems is more expensive than replacing them.

Adopt unframed sliding glass windows and doors if your installations are nearing the end of their useful lives or if you are debating whether to replace them. Not only is it much more durable than similar products, but the no-frame design also makes it look nice and requires almost no maintenance.

3. Installation Examination 

Regrettably, the majority of companies that sell sliding glass doors for homes hire contractors to handle the installation. They rarely or never renew the product warranty after the sale since they cannot fully oversee the workflow and level of quality.

Doors and windows that are installed incorrectly end up not working at all. If you’re not an expert, it can be challenging to spot installation flaws. Move on to a short visual and handling inspection, searching for strange details like askew frames, regularly jammed or squeaking doors, locks that won’t latch, and uneven seams.

Contact a trustworthy specialist to reinstall it if everything appears to be in order but you still have a suspicion that the task was not done correctly (sensing air draft is a telling indicator). Although it is uncomfortable, it will ultimately benefit you and provide you with a sense of calm.

4. Setup of Track Drainage 

Water must be directed down and out of a window, not down and into a puddle below. There are a few key features that should be present in any ideal drainage system, they include;

• Proper sizing 
• Precipitation exposure 
• Measurements of drain pipes and weep holes

Finally, at CoverGlass, our trained in-house crew does all of the installation and drainage work when contracted.

There is more to sliding doors and windows than enhancing your living space. One of their primary functions when bad weather hits is to protect your house from water damage.

The benefits of unframed glass doors and windows include unbeatable durability, perfectly sealed panels, cutting-edge drainage design, and beauty that can’t be bought.

To discuss your upcoming project with the professionals, get in touch with CoverGlass.