Windows balance

A home owner from Virginia says:
Hi. Most of my windows won't stay open. Some are even very difficult to open. I'm looking for replacements but don't know what to get.

Best,
Rebecca
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Jasmine from SWISCO responded:

Hi Rebecca,

Thanks for reaching out! Your balances appear to be the discontinued crossbow style balance. These can, potentially, be converted to use our Series 795 Channel Balances.

To confirm that these balances will be a situatable replacement, you'll need to obtain a few measurements from your existing balances. These include the length of an undamaged balance and the diameter of the balance channel/tube (this measurement should be 1/2"; please let me know if it is 3/8" as this will need to be custom).

You will also need to obtain the width of the bottom T-shaped attachment (it will either be 1" or 1-1/4" across the bottom of the T shape) as well as the exact weight of the window to select the correct stamp option.

Take a look at the video below for instructions on this balance conversion and the information you'll need to determine the correct balances. Please don't hesitate to reach out with any questions.

How to Convert a Crossbow Balance to a Channel Balance
How to Convert a Crossbow Balance to a Channel Balance
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How to install the 26-200 Screw Plug
How to install the 26-200 Screw Plug
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Modifying the Series 795 Balance
Modifying the Series 795 Balance
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