Dual Pane Window Repair-My Way

Jim@HiTek wrote:

bhivetravels wrote:
Had a window repairman show me an even cheaper and quicker way to fix fogged windows. He drilled two small holes into the bottom of the window using a diamond tip drill and then used a hair dryer to dry the inside of the windows out. Then he put two rubber stoppers in the holes. Works for about a year then you have to use hairdryer again but it sure is quick and easy.

I did the same type of repair on my older style dual paned windows ('94 Bounder). But I drilled 3 holes in the top rail, didn't need a diamond tipped bit since it's aluminum, used a compressor to blow into one hole while heating the glass (both sides) to evaporate the water. Then cooled, & taped the holes. It helps if you're in a low humidity area. One window has never fogged up again, the other one needs a repeat every two years.


To the OP...great job! Thanks for the pictures.

Jim...I read your post several times as I researched repair methods. I considered using your method, and actually a friend in the area drilled two holes in the bottom of his fogged up window as he could access it without removing the window. Using compressed air and heat, the window dried out and was looking good. He sealed the holes. About 2 weeks later, it was fogged up again. It obviously had a bad seal somewhere, and we live in constant high humidity. Based on his experience, I decided to remove, clean, and reglue. My top window would not have cleared as the glass was etched, and the glue had failed all the way around the window. This method is certainly worth a try if the window has just begun to show moisture.

If anyone has other sources for the sealant or spacers, feel free to post that info so that we have a lot of information in one post.

Fred