Remove Fixed Sash Vinyl Window

This video shows you how to safely replace the fixed glass panel of a single hung vinyl window from our eastern region.

Remove fixed sash vinyl window.

These blocks are typically held in place with flathead wood screws on wood window frames or a sheet metal screw on metal window frames. How to remove a double hung window sash. In a single hung window the top glass panel is non operable or fixed. I hired a mobile window repair company to do it for a little under 200.

Removing a fixed pane window takes a bit more work than taking the window sash out for a window that raises and lowers. Be certain the support the upper sash as these blocks are removed. I had the window extensively disassembled searching for stops and retaining clips and never found how to remove the fixed sash so i could take only the fixed sash to a window repair shop. When the glass in a window requires replacement you must remove the sash to access the pane.

A window sash is the moving section of a window generally a single pane of glass framed for its protection. Replacement kits usually comprise a top or bottom sash or both compression jamb liners for both sides of the window a sill dam and a head parting stop. I scoured the net for something that looked like my setup. Mi windows doors training segment demonstrating the proper way to replace a fixed top glass.

Window removal involves cutting away caulk holding the window in place. To remove the lower sash begin by opening it. We are going to show you how to remove the sash the operable portion of the window. Some windows may have a window opening control device that does not allow the window to be opened more than a few inches.

Sash replacement kits are usually tied to your brand of window. Lifting is usually all that is needed to remove a sliding window from the frame. Metal windows have sashes that are manufactured to be easily detached requiring the removal of a few securing pieces first. The bottom of the window will pull out when the sash is lifted.

If it is catching you may need to pop it out with a putty knife or utility knife. Free the window from the frame by removing the snap molding from around the fixed window. Remove the fixed upper sash by releasing these shear blocks supporting the upper sash frame. Lift up on handle as pictured or turn the spoon depending on the window series you have.

Window sash replacement basics.