OT handymen, window question

You probably have too much humidity in that part of the house. With the house being warmer compared to outside, condensation is likely to build.

Get a gauge to measure humidity and see what your levels are. I think normal levels are in the 50s—could be wrong.

Windows sweating... time to upgrade to double pain insulated window.


Go get a loan

Home & Garden Board might offer quicker and more responses

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Don't want to change windows because I will be selling in the next 12 months or less.

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That's understandable, I have single pane windows in my house that leak like a sieve but like you I will be moving out next year.

Check location of your A/C register (air supply vents) ...are they near the windows in the ceiling? Typically this is preferred.

Is this mold issue happening on one particular side of the house? Probably happening where there is less sun?

have HVAC unit inspected...by a reputable HVAC contractor

Check filters

Check balance of airflow
Get accurate reading of humidity in the house. Ask what it should be and if the unit is performing as it should?

if the homes are built by same builder in your area, ask neighbors if they have similar issues...

It could be the seals are gone or if you have just single pane windows, then yeah, that's an issue day one in humid hot climates.

That said the best way to help the house be more efficient energy wise is to improve attic insulation.

What's the age of these windows?

Do you have registers directly by those windows? Could be leading to condensation when warm/cool air meet.

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I just noticed that several of my windows have condensation on the inside and mold buildup behind the blinds

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As was said before, the humidity differential between outside and inside is withput question your issue that can be addressed with a dehumidifier. But when you say "inside" do you mean in between the double pane glass or just inside of the window? I ask because condensation in between the double pane glass will need to be replaced before you can sell. If just inside on the glass, you will need to address any mold or rot but you will not be required to replace the window or sash. I am the door and window specialist for a regional building supply in New England and also oversee all the service and warranty calls. I have been on calls where a homeowner claimed all his 2 year old windows were fogged up in between the glass and every single one was simply on the inside the home cured with some paper towels. But left unattended to, that can cause mold, mildew and eventually rot if there is any wood involved. Good luck!

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