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Section 9 | Home Care & Maintenance WATER AND CONDENSATION Problem Water enters at window well. Water drips behind insulation around basement perimeter. Wet basement floor or walls. Frost build up on windows. Frost build up on windows. WINDOWS Problem Single hung window binds or is difficult to open. Single hung window will not stay open. Single hung window will not slide up or down. Single hung window sash comes out when fully opened. Aluminum or vinyl clad window will not lock properly. Vinyl-clad window binds or is difficult to open. Condensation between insulated glass surfaces. Condensation on inside surface of window freezes. Potential Cause Debris in well. Heavy rains. Condensation. Altered grade. Clogged area away from drain or gutters. High humidity inside combined with cold outside temperatures. High humidity inside combined with cold outside temperatures. Potential Cause Broken window balance. Weak window balancer. Tension rod jammed. Tension rod clips on side jambs left in open position. Window not square. Defective roller or balance rod. Paint or dirt on vinyl jambs. Insulation glass seal broken. High humidity inside home. Normal during extreme cold. Potential Solution Clean debris out. Check pitch of splash block & grade. Open heating vents in winter. In summer use a dehumidifier. Correct grade. Clear debris from drains and gutters. Open heat registers near windows. Turn down humidifier. Check window seals and tracks. Potential Solution Replace balance. Replace balance or adjust tension rod. Contact the Homeowner Service Department for inspection. Position clips in closed position before opening. Contact the Homeowner Service Department for inspection. Clean jamb and spray with silicone. Replace glass panel or sash. Reduce humidity with exhaust fans and dehumidifier. Wet basement floor or walls. Downspouts not left in down position or extending beyond metal edging. Place downspouts in down position and adjust to extend beyond metal edging. Water is present around furnace unit. Condensation line is clogged or misaligned to drain or storm collar on roof leaking. Snake out and clear line. Realign pipe to floor drain. Reseal storm collar. 92 | Edition July 2019