Air Holes In Window Frames

Screens and weep holes both improve the function of a window.

Air holes in window frames.

Vinyl window frames have been around for many years. Most sliders have weep holes as do most double hung replacement windows. The finished trim or holdings around the window frames. If you have metal or vinyl frame windows check the drain holes at the outside edge of the bottom portion of the window frame.

This was done to secure the unit. Exposure to weather and moisture penetration into gaps and cracks contribute to the growth of rot on wooden window frames. The construction of older vinyl windows used screws to hold the layers of vinyl together. I was given two brand new air conditioning units for my windows.

Window maintenance and debris free weep holes. I am worried about damage to my walls. The horizontal part of the window frame. Weep holes on sliders can be seen in the sill track.

Screen typically woven mesh of metal plastic or fiberglass screens cover a window opening so that air and light may pass through but not insects. I am wondering was it a bad idea to drill holes in the frame. They help prevent cold air from entering as well as add a finishing touch and enhance the overall look of the window. I have no air in my house.

Thus they block direct air flow into the window. I have vinyl windows. Drain or weep holes allow water to escape from the frame preventing flooding. Although the damage may appear beyond repair you can often make seamless restorations with two part wood fillers.

A bar or strip of wood or metal between adjacent panes of glass that create a grid or latticework appearance. When the units were installed two holes were drilled in the bottom of the frame of the window. Weep hole weep holes help protect your home and window. The exterior weep holes that drain the water out of the window are not aligned with the interior weep holes.

Once rot begins it can spread quickly and whole sections of a frame can begin to crumble away.