If you have ever been inside of a home that had rot around the windows, you might have noticed just how unpleasant it looks. This can be a bad problem as well because it can be expensive and time-consuming to fix. If you follow these three tips, you can help prevent this problem from occurring in the first place.

1. Install New Windows, or Repair Your Old Ones

First of all, you should know that old windows can be prone to leaking. This leaking can cause water to get into your home, which can cause your walls and window casing to rot out. In this situation, the best thing to do is to replace your windows. Even though this can be a pretty big investment in your home, it can be worth it to prevent this expensive damage. Plus, it might help you lower your heating and cooling bills. Before you spend this money, however, it's not a bad idea to have a professional come out and look at your windows. In some cases, you may be able to have them repaired rather than replacing them.

2. Use Caulk

Even windows that aren't very old can begin to have some leaking issues. For more minor issues, you may not have to think about a replacement or a professional repair at all. Instead, you can use caulk around your windows to seal up any minor leaks. This will help prevent water from getting in and causing rot.

3. Watch the Weather

Leaving your windows open a nice, breezy day can be a wonderful thing. However, if it rains, the water can get into your home. Although this might not be a big deal if it happens a time or two -- particularly if you dry up any water that gets in -- it can cause a problem over time. Before you leave the house, make sure you close your windows in case it rains. Also, keep an eye on the weather when your windows are open and you're home, and go ahead and close them if it looks like a storm might be rolling in.

As you can see, there are steps that you can take to prevent rotting around your windows. Give these tips a try, and you should be able to prevent this unsightly -- not to mention costly -- damage that could potentially otherwise occur in your home. For more information, talk to a expert in glazing from Calgary Crane and Rigging.

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