How To Replace Basement Windows Video
In this video this old house general contractor tom silva explains how to replace a basement window.
How to replace basement windows video. Basement windows are usually out of sight and out of mind but if your old steel framed cast in place units are starting to show signs of corrosion or the single pane glass and lack of gasketing means leaks and drafts then it s time to tackle a replacement in this video host justin fink visits fine homebuilding veteran mike guertin to see his method for removing an old basement window. How to replace a basement window in concrete video version. Install a replacement vinyl window to replace a steel casing basement window. Replace a basement window in concrete by keeping the steel frame in place.
Diy remove and install a basement window. Most older homes have their windows replaced but a lot still have the original basement windows. In this specific basement window replacement case we needed to remove the louvers or glass slats in this jalousie window. Here remove sash components everything except the basic aluminum or steel frame.
1 remove the sash from existing basement window. 2 use reciprocating saw to cut through the window frame. 4 use hammer and cold chisel to chip away mortar from sides of opening if. Then put the window.
After you screw the window into the frame fill in any gaps with mortar caulk or spray foam. For help replacing basement inserts see our video here. 3 pull out the old window frame from wall opening.