Window problems

Question

Hello all these parts worked for this homeowners windows. He is having a problem with the one window and it's the left and right latches on the window. The problem is that the window frame is from the bottom 25 3/8 window frame from inside to inside. The middle is 25 5/8 because from wear and tear plus everything else. The clip to push lock measure 3 1/2 . Do you carry them longer for situations like this? Because when he raises his certainten window it wants to fall out? I sent couple of pictures as an attachment and if you could help me out that would be good for replacement push locks.

Paul · Accepted Answer

Hello,

The vinyl master frame should have a spring adjustment on each side near the center of the window channel to bring in the frame and prevent what is happening to your window. Normally, you would turn the adjusting screw clockwise to bring in the center of the master frame but since so much time has passed, the caulking has dried out and prevents you from doing this.

You would need to cut away the caulking outside and inside along the window master frame about 12" up and down from the center, slide a flat bar or chisel to break the seal, and bring the center in. You might also have to use a shim if the adjusting screw won't bring in the center of the frame. When you're done, try the sash to see if it is operating correctly, then re-caulk the frame.