Check the lock
Locked sashes seal tighter.
Cold or hot air coming through a closed window?
Drafty windows waste energy and can let in water. Worn weatherstripping, failed seals and shifted frames are common causes. Call 833-877-1717. RepairNowUSA connects the request. An independent glass or window provider does the work.
Am I in the right place?Yes for drafts, whistling, or water around closed windows.
Is this urgent?Not usually an emergency unless water is getting in.
What do I do next?Call 833-877-1717.
Fogged glass: window seal repair.
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What to do now
Temporary plastic film
Reduces drafts in winter.
Look for water stains
Below the window.
Glass safety
Keep people and pets away from broken glass, wear shoes and heavy gloves, and leave glass still in the frame for the provider. After a break-in, call the police before cleanup.
Common causes
Worn weatherstripping
Most common.
Shifted sash
Does not close fully.
Failed caulk
Around the frame.
Rotted frame
Older wood windows.
What to have ready when you call
- Property ZIP code, home or business
- Window or door size and floor
- Glass type if known: single, double-pane, tempered
- Whether the opening is exposed
What happens when you call RepairNowUSA
- Describe what is happening in plain words and give the property ZIP code. You do not need to know which trade to ask for.
- RepairNowUSA checks for a participating independent provider who handles window repair in that area.
- If one is available, you are connected. The provider confirms timing, access, scope and price with you before any work.
- The provider, not RepairNowUSA, diagnoses and performs the repair.
RepairNowUSA is a referral and connection service. Provider availability and response times vary by location, time and demand, and are not guaranteed. Before you approve work, ask what was found, the price, the timing and what is not included.
Call 833-877-1717Cold or hot air coming through a closed window questions
Can drafty windows be fixed without replacement?
Often, with weatherstripping, caulk and sash adjustment.
Can I call at night or on a weekend?
Yes. You can call 833-877-1717 at any time, including nights, weekends and holidays. Whether an independent provider can come out right away depends on your ZIP code, the time and provider capacity, so availability is not guaranteed.
Authoritative references
These public sources give general safety context. They do not replace an on-site evaluation, and RepairNowUSA does not perform the work.