The property manager of a building near Westshore called to report a water stain running down the exterior of the building on the third-floor sill. The glass was not cracked. The seal had apparently dried out a long time ago and now allowed water to run down behind the frame of the window. Instead of painting over the stain, we can do a commercial window gasket replacement in Tampa to fix the problem once and for all.
Why Window Gaskets Fail in Florida
The gasket (rubber) is what holds the glass to the frame. The sun, heat, and salt will degrade the rubber over time. In addition, the glass expands in the day and contracts at night, so the rubber is being pulled in this cycle of events. Over several years, the rubber will harden and shrink back from the corners of the glass. Buildings near Bayshore and near the water get to see this deterioration sooner due to the salt in the air.
Signs Your Building Needs New Gaskets
Look for water stains under the sill, cold or hot spots near the glass, and deteriorating or grayish rubber. Shaking glass is also a problem to look for. Tenants often report feeling a draft or hearing a whistle before any water leakage is discovered. Windows on the same face of a building typically have aging gaskets and should be addressed in a single project.
How Commercial Window Gasket Replacement Works
The real entry point must first be established. The glazing bead, frame corners, weep holes, and wall above the window are all inspected. The failed gasket is removed and the channel cleaned prior to being sealed with a new gasket matched to your frame. The glass is then reseated, and all work is left open for drainage purposes, as sealing a window up tight traps water within the frame members. Before work commences, photos of the failed component(s) are taken, and a fixed price is agreed.
Tampa Buildings We Work On
Our Tampa office services offices, medical suites, and mixed-use buildings throughout South Tampa, as well as Westshore and Beach Park. Because so many buildings from the same time with the same window systems were built, if one seal fails, others are likely to fail as well. We have worked with high-rise units in the Channel District to withstand wind loads, and small professional buildings in Hyde Park and Palma Ceia that have older aluminum frames and need a matching aluminum window profile. It’s best to address any seal failures before hurricane season to avoid crises in September.
Who Handles Commercial Window Gasket Replacement Near Me
Find out if they inspect the drainage area as well as the rubber. Ask for pictures and a written price. Are they insured? We are local, based in Tampa Bay, and travel locally on a regular basis. We tell you honestly whether a repair will last or not.
Commercial Window Gasket Questions
Do I need new windows if the gasket failed?
No. A new gasket and proper reseat of the frame typically fixes such leaks for a fraction of the cost of a full replacement. Frame and glass must be sound, of course.
What do I do if a tenant reports a leaking window?
Get photos of the sill while it is wet. Note the weather at the time and call for an inspection, noting that wind-driven rain typically indicates a seal failure.
How long does commercial window gasket replacement take?
Most single windows are completed in one visit, but multiple floors or unique profiles typically require a walk-through, measurements, and a scheduled project.
Can you do a whole building in South Tampa?
Yes. We can create a Unit/Suite List and work around the tenant’s hours. We can provide one report at the end of the circuit.
Schedule a Building Walkthrough
Don’t let small leaks become expensive drywall repairs. Excellent Sliding Doors provides commercial window gasket replacement in Tampa. Contact us at (727) 831-7631 or upload photos and your address at excellentslidingdoor.com.
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