It is common to see condensation on your windows during the colder months. However, it can also occur once you turn on your cooling system during summer. Windows can develop condensation for various reasons and sometimes, it could indicate that the unit has problems.
Learn more about why windows sweat in summer from a trusted window and roofing contractor.
When your heating is on during winter, the humidity levels of your interior increase, and the air indoors becomes significantly warmer than the air outdoors. As a result, condensation or sweating develops on the interior of your windows. Temperature differences between your home and the outdoors are also the most common cause of window sweating in summer.
The sun can increase the temperature of the glass on your windows and the Low-E coating on the units prevents the heat from affecting your living spaces. When the sun goes down, the glass starts to cool from the outside.
Sweating could indicate that the Low-E coating on your windows is doing their job or your units are energy-efficient. Meanwhile, outdated, insufficiently insulated windows will not develop condensation. With energy-efficient windows, you won’t need to worry as much about the outside temperatures affecting your home, whether it be summer or winter. At Howard Roofing & Home Improvements, you can count on us for energy-efficient window and roofing products.
As the temperature lowers at night, the condensation on your windows should also disappear. If it does not, check if the moisture is inside the unit. Condensation between the glass panes is an indication of window seal failure. If this is the case, you may need to have the unit replaced because it is no longer efficient.
When it’s time for new windows, you can rely on Howard Roofing & Home Improvements. We are among the area’s most trusted window installers and roofers. Call us at (636) 296-1057 or fill out our contact form to get a free estimate. We serve clients in St. Charles, MO, and nearby communities.