Window replacement in Wheat Ridge, no more fog
Precise Windows LLC replaces windows for Wheat Ridge homes, from a single fogged pane to a full-house upgrade.
Precise Windows LLC replaces windows for Wheat Ridge homes in double-hung, casement, sliding, bay and bow, picture, awning and specialty shapes. We measure at the house, order from Andersen, Milgard, Pella, Prime or Simonton, and seal the opening tight when it goes in. Wheat Ridge homeowners often call us about glass that's gone cloudy between the panes.
Why do my windows look foggy or cloudy even after I clean them?
If the cloudiness won't wipe off from either side of the glass, it's fog trapped between the panes from a failed seal on the insulated glass unit, not dirt on the surface. Humid air got inside the sealed unit and it will keep fogging as the seal continues to open up, especially with swings in temperature and humidity. On the visit, we confirm the fog is between the panes, check the frame and weatherstripping, and measure for a replacement glass unit or a full window.
Signs of a failing seal
Cloudiness that gets worse with the weather
A seal just starting to go often only fogs when it turns cold outside or humid inside, since that's when the trapped air condenses. It gets more frequent as the seal opens further.
Only one window fogging while the rest stay clear
That usually just means that one glass unit had a weaker seal or took more sun exposure than the others. It's not a sign the rest of the house is about to go.
Ice forming on the inside of the glass in winter
That points to single-pane glass or a unit that's lost its insulating gas fill, combined with normal indoor humidity. Upgrading the glass reduces how cold the inside surface gets.
What causes the fog
A broken seal on the insulated glass unit
The seal between the two panes lets go with age and temperature swings, and once it's open, humid air gets trapped inside for good.
Sun and heat exposure wearing one unit faster than the rest
A window that faces more direct sun can fail years ahead of the others in the same house.
Age catching up with the whole original installation
When several units fog around the same time, they're usually all from the same batch reaching the end of their seal life together.
What Colorado's elevation and sun mean for Wheat Ridge windows
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency states that UV intensity increases about 6 percent per kilometer of elevation above sea level, and Front Range cities sit roughly a mile up. That extra UV exposure is a big part of why window seals, frames, and finishes wear out faster here than they would at sea level.
The National Insurance Crime Bureau's review of hail loss claims from 2017 through 2019 ranked Colorado second in the nation with 380,066 claims. That level of claims activity across the state adds physical stress to glass and frames on top of the UV exposure, which is why insulated units in this region often fail earlier than a manufacturer's general estimate would suggest.
We do the same glass and window work in Arvada and Lakewood.
What we check on the visit
We confirm the fog is actually between the panes and not on either surface, check the surrounding frame and weatherstripping, and measure the opening for a replacement glass unit. If more than one window is affected, we check each one and note which are failing so you can compare a glass-only swap against a full window. Most inspections run about 30 minutes per window.
What happens if you wait
A fogged seal doesn't clear on its own and it doesn't get better with time, it only fogs more often and for longer as the seal opens further. It's not an energy emergency, but it won't improve, and if it's part of a batch of windows from the same original installation, the others are likely to follow on a similar timeline.
Can you just replace the glass instead of the whole window in Wheat Ridge?
Yes, in most cases a fogged or failed insulated glass unit can be replaced at the opening without replacing the entire window frame. We measure the unit on-site and give you that option alongside full window replacement.
Will all my windows fog eventually if one already has?
Not necessarily. One window fogging while the others stay clear usually means that unit had a weaker seal or more sun exposure, not that the rest are about to fail. It's worth checking the others during the same visit, especially if they're all the same age.
If windows in your Wheat Ridge home are clouding up between the panes, call Precise Windows LLC and we'll measure for a fix. We'll text you before-and-after photos once the work is done.
- Every service we offer in Wheat Ridge, plus what local homes are up against.
- Entry, patio sliding, French, and storm and screen doors installed for a tighter seal, a better-looking front and a door that closes right the first time.
- Foggy panes, broken glass, torn screens, and windows that stick or will not lock, repaired or replaced at the opening after a free inspection.
- Vinyl, wood, stucco and stone veneer siding, plus fascia and soffit, installed to protect the house and update the whole exterior.
- Hail dents, cracked or warped panels and loose trim fixed to match the siding already on the house.
- Exterior painting for siding, trim and fascia, prepped and finished to hold up to Colorado sun and snow.
- Hail and wind damage to windows and siding documented with photos and, when there is a claim, handled with your insurance company from the first inspection to the last install.