How to Replace Transom Window
Transom windows are mostly found above types of larger windows in a home. They are made of glass, and sometimes made with specialty glass. These types of windows do not open. You can replace a transom window yourself, but need to be sure you purchase the correct size to fit the opening.
- Remove the current transom window by using a saw to cut it out. Run the saw down across the top and bottom, and then down each side, to get it loose. Use a hammer on each corner to loosen it, and then pull it out of the opening.
- Use a brush to clean the opening where you just removed the window. Make sure all dust, debris, and dirt are completely removed. Use a rag to wipe the area down when you are finished with the brush.
- Use a tape measure to measure the opening for the window. Measure both the width and height at three different locations. Write down the smallest measurement for the width and the height.
- Put a line of silicone caulk around the flange of the new transom window. Working from the outside of the house, put the window in place. Push it down around the edges to ensure it is firmly in place and that the silicone sticks correctly.
- Put roofing nails around the flange to secure the window to the house. Put nails in each corner on the outside, and make sure it is level. Put a nail approximately every 6 or so inches around the window.