Foggy Windows - Here’s What You Need To Do

Foggy Windows - Here’s What You Need To Do , updated 6/30/22, 3:20 AM

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Showroom by appointment only:
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Mesa AZ 85202
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Having your view marred
by a foggy window is annoying.
It could also be a sign that
something is going on with the
glass that needs your attention.
Wiping the fog off is the
obvious first step, but what
do you do next?
You can start by using this
guide to check for the most
common causes of fogged up
windows so you can address
the problem right away.
Check for Interior Condensation
If the moisture is on the
inside of your home or office
building, then it might just be
from your normal activities.
A good example of this
is the glass in your bathroom
fogging up after a hot shower.
Kitchen areas are another space
where this might be normal,
especially if you’ve been steaming
vegetables or boiling water.
All of the moisture in the air
needs to go somewhere,
and it tends to accumulate
on the glass.
Interior condensation can
often be dealt with quickly
by ventilating the area
or by running a fan.
If it continues, it may be time
to check the seal around
the window.
Fog that only builds up on
a certain section of the pane
is a telltale sign of a broken seal.
Inspect the Outside Panes
If the moisture is on the outside
of the window, then it is likely
due to the outside temperature
being lower than the dew point
of the indoor air.
This often happens on cooler
mornings, but it can also occur
on days when the outdoor
humidity is high.
Take Condensation Between
the Panes Seriously
Multi-pane units are designed
to keep insulated gases between
them and moisture out.
If you see fog building up inside
this type of window, it indicates
a broken seal.
This requires replacement since
this means the gas has escaped.
There could also be a problem
with the frame or a crack in the
glass, which will just get worse
without a repair.
Foggy windows can lead to
serious problems, such as mold
and wood rot, that can ruin your
home or commercial building.
If you’re certain that it isn’t just
normal steam from cooking
or showering causing the problem,
then call us to schedule
an inspection.
Raben Glass has over 40 years
of experience in the residential
and commercial glass industry.
Showroom by appointment only:
1826 W Broadway #25
Mesa AZ 85202
(623) 466 5376
info@rabenglass.com
www.rabenglass.com