How to Replace Window Channels
Replacing window channels will make your home more energy efficient. It might seem like this project will cost a lot of money, but it should be worth it from the money you save on your electric bill. You'll need to have some knowledge of basic home improvement tools to complete this project.
Things You'll Need:
- Tape Measure
- Window Channel Kit
- Pry Bar
- Hammer
- Screws
- Nails
- Saw
- Goggles
- Gloves
- Measure the dimensions of each window you plan on repairing. You should consider repairing every window in your house at the same time unless you've just put a new window in.
- Purchase a window channel kit at a local home improvement store. Make sure you take the measurements with you so you can show them to a representative at the store. If the store doesn't have a kit that can help you, the representative should be able to help you find the right amount of materials.
- Remove the old window channels with a pry bar and hammer. Be careful to not damage the window, they could easily crack with a pry bar. Wear goggles and gloves for protection. Your eyes could easily get debris in them and your hands could easily cut from the wood splinters.
- Install the new channels with screws and nails. Make sure you follow the directions that came with the channel kit. The channels might not be an exact fit. You might have to modify them a little for each window. A saw should easily cut the channels to fit properly.