Window Medics Window Repair Method

Window Medics: An Affordable Alternative to Window Replacement

The Windows Medics process works by removing all visible moisture that has accumulated in your window, then drying out the silica desiccant materials in the frame to provide full restoration. The uniquely designed, one-way valve technology from Windows Medics is activated by sunlight and, when properly installed, allows moisture inside the window panes to escape. This technology also works as a true, one-way valve and prevents any new moisture from freely flowing into the window cavity. Routine Maintenance Inc is your local dealer and applicator of Window Medics.

The first step in our window restoration process is to determine the stage of failure that your windows are at. Remember that windows are usually installed around the same time, so if one starts to fail, others may soon follow. Watch for window fog or condensation, because it is a leading indicator that your "family" of windows is close to the end of its lifespan.

The Four Stages of Window Failure

Stage 1 – Fog or Condensation - When the window reaches a threshold saturation point, moisture becomes visible as fog or condensation. In the early stages of visible failure, mist or fog may appear and disappear through the natural cycle of evaporation. Contact Routine Maintenance Inc before any permanent damage is done to your windows.

Stage 2 – River Bedding - As the moisture saturation point is further exceeded, permanent window damage can occur. When moisture becomes permanent, it will run down the surface of the glass on the same path as the first drop. Over 6-12 months, this cycling activity will physically etch the surface of the window glass, leaving what is described as a "river bedding" effect. Water droplets collect moisture on the ride down the glass surface, meaning that riverbed damage is typically more aggressive at the bottom of the window. Call us before any permanent river bedding damage occurs!

Stage 3 – Silica Haze - Silica haze is a destructive chemical growth that can appear within a window even if it hasn't shown any visible signs of moisture. A closer look at the window will show unusual, snowflake-like patterns with crosshatches running at a 45-degree angle or a white chalky haze growing over the surface of the glass. Reach out to Routine Maintenance Inc before any permanent silica haze damage occurs.

Stage 4 – Riverbed and Silica Haze - In addition to the dry silica haze, windows that have been consistently moist or wet also develop silica haze and river bedding together. The damage caused by silica haze and river bedding is irreversible if the glass surface has been physically damaged. Contact us before any of this damage occurs to your windows.

Restore Your Windows Instead of Replacing Them

The Windows Medics process can remove up to 70-80% of the surface damage to windows and stop any further degradation of the glass surface. The earlier that the silica haze or river bedding in your windows is stopped, the better the results!