How do I make my windows easier to open?

Posted by dodatki | Posted in Maintenance & Repairs | Posted on 04-05-2010

confused mom asked:


The windows in our bedrooms are so hard to open. I’m afraid in case of an emergency the kids won’t be able to get out. It takes all my strength to open them!

How do I fix my power windows on my 1997 Ford Explorer?

Posted by dodatki | Posted in Maintenance & Repairs | Posted on 18-04-2010

wrw_88 asked:


All four windows on my ’97 explorer quit working. I’ve checked all fuses that are listed in a repair manual and they all have power going to them. I’m wondering if the window motor has gone out or if I need to replace the master switch which controls all windows. I can’t hear any noise such as a window motor running when I press the window buttons. I need to figure out what is going on because these west Texas days are a real scorcher at times.

How do I fix my front driver side automatic windows without going to a mechanic or dealership?

Posted by dodatki | Posted in Maintenance & Repairs | Posted on 11-04-2010

Dzuong N asked:


I bought a 2007 Civic Sedan and my automatic windows (front driver side) is off alignment when I try to roll it up. The glass portion seems to pop out slightly and won’t close properly. When this happens, the window doesn’t fit into the slot. At first I didn’t notice until I kept hearing airflow from that area when driving. If I push (force) the window inwards, it will close properly. As you could see, this is very inconvenient!

Maybe there’s a rock or some other obstruction where I can’t see? Maybe somebody tried to break into the car by pulling the windows?

Does anybody know what’s wrong with the windows? How would I fix this? I want to see if I could fix this myself first before doing my last resort option of seeing mechanic.

Any help will be much appreciated. Thanks!

How do I seal my windows from cold air?

Posted by dodatki | Posted in Maintenance & Repairs | Posted on 20-03-2010

lilmissnippy asked:


I rent a home and we are not allowed to use plastic on our windows. Some of the windows are old, and leak air really bad. I tried weather strips last year but it didnt really work so well. Any suggestions? Should I use the plastic anyways? The window in my kids room makes a terrible hissing sound from the wind. Also some of the windows dont have storm doors on them. The newer windows are fine but the old ones are terrible they leak where the window shuts and hits the sill. Please help froze our butts off last year, and lost a bunch of heat and money. Thanks in advance.
we cant use duct tape or anything like that either.
i cannot buy new windows or fix them my landlords nickname is balls which means yeah right she aint fixing a damn thing.

How can I make my casement windows close properly?

Posted by dodatki | Posted in Maintenance & Repairs | Posted on 18-03-2010

Cal E asked:


I have a 40-year-old house with its original casement windows. Three of the 4 windows will not close all the way. I cannot crank them closed enough for the latch to grab the window and lock it closed. I have to go outdoors and push them closed. They seem to stick at the bottom, but I don’t see anything unusual there that would cause them to hang up. I’ve cleaned the bottom tracks and sprayed WD40 all over the place.

Any idea what adjustments I can make so the windows can be cranked all the way closed?

How do i get masking tape off my windows?

Posted by dodatki | Posted in Maintenance & Repairs | Posted on 26-02-2010

muggzy_uk asked:


Hi there,

I used masking tape around my windows when i was painting (so no paint would get on the glass).

I left the tape on during the summer and now i cant get the tape off the window glass. When i try and pull it off most of it remains on there and is stuck solid. I have tried white spirit and lighter fuel and hot water but nothing will make it budge! any ideas?

How do I inexpensively winterize windows at my home?

Posted by dodatki | Posted in Maintenance & Repairs | Posted on 04-02-2010

angelikabertrand64 asked:


Need advice of how do I inexpensively winterize windows and doors at my home? Thanks for any helpful advice.
I bought a few rolls of masking tapes as well as window selicon adhesive. Does that do the trick?

How do you get windows replaced on a bow window?

Posted by dodatki | Posted in Maintenance & Repairs | Posted on 14-12-2009

Matthew F asked:


Do you have to replace the entire casing and everything? I have talked to 5 different window companies and they want to take the glass and framing out, use the same window frame but put in regular windows that slide up and down. Currently there are two stationary windows and 2 crank out windows. I think it would look goofy if they do it that way.

How do you install an air-conditioner in vertical windows?

Posted by dodatki | Posted in Maintenance & Repairs | Posted on 04-12-2009

donnamspeirs asked:


I want to buy a window air conditioning unit. The problem is that all of them are made for windows that close downward, so that they block out the air from the outside and hold them in place. Every window in my house opens left to right rather than down and up. Can you install them sideways in that type of window? How do they stay in place? Does anyone know of an airconditioner made for these types of windows?

How much does it cost to install power windows into a 2 door cavalier with manual windows and locks?

Posted by dodatki | Posted in Maintenance & Repairs | Posted on 26-11-2009

My 2003 chevy cavalier is a 2 door coupe with manual windows, manual locks, and a power sunroof. I want to install power windows and locks and wanted to know a estimate of how much it would cost to have all of this done.

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