Oak Park Window Repair

It's important to open your windows every day to allow fresh air inside your home. Similarly, closing them properly is key to keeping your family safe from drafts, pests, and intruders. As one of the most important features of your home and also one of the most used, windows experience frequent issues that compromise their ability to open, close, and protect your home. Oak Park window repair is one of the most important services you can seek if you're interested in ensuring your family's comfort and safety.

When considering a company for the job, there's no better choice than your local Oak Park handyman. Mr. Handyman of Oak Park & River Forest has the experience and skills needed to correctly solve a variety of window problems, and what's more, we'll always be respectful of your home, time, and family. Call today to get started, or keep reading to learn more.

Our Strategic Approach to Oak Park Window Repair

In Oak Park, window repair is partly about keeping your home safe and partly about keeping it comfortable. A window that isn't properly sealed will allow drafts and pests into your home, while one that doesn't close and lock can allow thieves to sneak in. While windows often have wooden trim, they don't always, but we make sure to offer a great variety of repair services for all types of windows. Some of the most common issues we help with during our expert window repair service include:

Window Caulking

Caulk is used as one of the final steps to seal windows and close the gaps between the actual window and the wall. Caulk is a wet paste that dries into a squishy material, which means it can be damaged with daily wear and tear by animals, kids, the weather, or accidental impact. If the caulking around your windows does become damaged, the seal between your walls and the window integrity will be compromised, and outside air will sneak in while inside air will sneak out. As you can imagine, this means your home will be less energy efficient, and your utility bills may rise.

To repair damaged window caulking, we'll remove the old material and pipe in a fresh strip in its place. Caulk seeps into small gaps and cracks both inside and outside of your home, so you may notice that with this one small service, your home's thermal performance will go up! Fresh caulking can also provide low-level sound resistance and may block some of the sounds going on outside your building.

Trim Repair

Wood is one of the most common materials used for window trim. While newer builds are often made with composite trim for the material's moisture resistance and lower price, if you have an older home with wooden window frames or trim, you have likely encountered a variety of issues. Wood, while beautiful, is prone to wood rot, cracks, and sun damage.

Its exposure to the elements day and night means that it faces extreme temperatures, sun, and water. This also means you have to stay on top of regular maintenance such as sealing, staining, or painting your exterior trim. In some cases where the condition of your wooden trim is too far gone, we may need to replace it completely. Opting for composite wood will lower the worry of wood rot and other types of moisture damage.

Painting

Whether you have wooden or composite trim, it's important to stay on top of the painting. A coat of paint protects against the elements, plus peeling or flaking paint just doesn't look nice. If you have noticed that the condition of your window trim paint has begun to go downhill, calling Mr. Handyman for a quick touch-up can improve the look of your home and safeguard your trim from wood rot, pest damage, and more.

Sash Repair

As the moveable part of a window, the sash requires working parts to operate properly. These include window latches, tilt mechanisms, balances, and window shoes, many of which are damaged easily. If your window sash doesn't open smoothly, doesn't securely lock, or doesn't sit flush, we'll get to the root of the issue to keep your home protected.

Types of Windows We Can Repair

• Bay windows
• Vinyl windows
• Double pane picture windows
• Windows on entry doors
• Casement windows
• Awning windows
• Bow windows
• Double pane windows
• Interior & exterior windows
• And more!

Why Choose Mr. Handyman for your Oak Park Window Repair?

When choosing Mr. Handyman of Oak Park & River Forest for your window repair in Oak Park, IL, you're getting a highly experienced team dedicated to delivering excellent service--not just a single contractor. You can look forward to the following when hiring our qualified team:

• Service professionals with combined decades of experience
• Respectful, courteous service
• On-time arrival & uniformed professionals
• Wide range of professional handyman repair services
• Guaranteed, exceptional workmanship
• Licensed, certified handymen

In addition to restoring your perfect windows, we also offer door repair, drywall repair, and many more services for the interior and exterior of your property. Helping you increase your home's curb appeal, energy efficiency, and safety, our Oak Park window repair service is integral to a safe, comfortable, and good-looking property. Contact our customer experience team today to learn more, or check out our local reviews online! When you’re ready for our highly-rated local pros to make a difference in home maintenance and repairs, call to schedule an appointment!

Oak Park Window Repair FAQs

Should I Get an Entire Window Replacement or Repair?

When your windows are outdated, difficult to open, and no longer energy efficient, it may be time to replace them with a durable, energy-efficient window brand, even if yours still partially work. Window replacement services can help you save money and make your home a more energy-efficient and safe space. Not sure if you need a high-quality window replacement project just yet? Call us for an inspection—our service providers will always give you our honest opinion. At the same time, we’re happy to go over with you energy-efficient options should you need a replacement or want to learn about other window styles.

How Long Do Windows Last?

The average lifespan for windows ranges from 15 to 30 years. Of course, how long your windows last depends on how well you maintain them through the years. Other aspects include how well they were installed and how quickly you can detect damaged or broken glass without seeing chips and cracks. The latter might be a bit difficult unless you notice changes in comfort and energy efficiency in your home. The sooner you get an inspection and glass repair services or similar, the longer the window will last.

Call Mr. Handyman For Window Repair, Oak Park, IL!

Windows that do not open and close correctly, have gaps, or are not painted pose a threat to your home and family. While that draft or moisture intrusion issue may only seem annoying, it's actually causing your space to be less energy efficient and increasing your utility bills. In the same way, a window that doesn't lock or shut all the way puts your home at risk of theft or invasion. Stay ahead of these issues by calling Mr. Handyman for a quality Oak Park window repair at the first sign of damage.

We offer services in Berwyn, Brookfield, Chicago, Elmwood Park, Forest Park, Lyons, Oak Park, River Forest, Riverside, and the surrounding communities. Contact our customer service team today to schedule a service request.