If the gap between the fixed window frame and your home's siding is deeper or wider than 1/4 inch, do not fill it entirely with caulk.
| Problem | Likely Cause | Fix | |--------|-------------|-----| | New caulk won’t stick | Surface oily or wet | Clean with solvent, dry thoroughly | | Caulk cracks after 1 month | Gap too deep (no backer rod) | Remove, add backer rod, reapply | | Draft still feels after resealing | Seal failed inside wall or between panes | Check interior trim; may need full window replacement | how to reseal a window fixed
Helps break down stubborn, stuck-on residue. If the gap between the fixed window frame
If the gap between the fixed window frame and your home's siding is deeper or wider than 1/4 inch, do not fill it entirely with caulk.
| Problem | Likely Cause | Fix | |--------|-------------|-----| | New caulk won’t stick | Surface oily or wet | Clean with solvent, dry thoroughly | | Caulk cracks after 1 month | Gap too deep (no backer rod) | Remove, add backer rod, reapply | | Draft still feels after resealing | Seal failed inside wall or between panes | Check interior trim; may need full window replacement |
Helps break down stubborn, stuck-on residue.