How to Waterproof a Window?

A few days back, my son started complaining that water was leaking through his window whenever it rained. I looked at the window but wasn’t able to diagnose the issue. I shared this with a friend of mine, who told me that it could be solved by waterproofing the window. As I didn’t know about the right process, I asked him how to waterproof a window. 

How to Make Window Waterproof?

Here are the steps my friend told me to follow for waterproofing the window. 

• He told me to search and locate any cracks or gaps around the window frame.

• Next, he asked me to apply it along the edges of the window frame where it meets the wall and make sure that the caulk is applied evenly for a solid seal.

• After that, I had to install Weatherstripping. These come with adhesive strips and are easy to apply.

• Following that, he asked me to apply waterproof sealant on the window panes and the frame for extra protection. 

• Finally, I was suggested to replace the flashing if it was not in good condition. 

And that was what he told me about how to waterproof an existing window. 

I hope this helps.

As the rainy season is approaching fast, my father told me to get the exterior window waterproofing done. I didn't know how and where to get it done and thus I asked a friend of mine about how to do it. He told me the following. 

How to Make Window Waterproof?

• Weather-strips

He told me that weather strips are cheap and quite effective. To use them I just need to install the self-adhesive weather-strip tapes along the seams of the window pane and frame.

• Window snake

According to my friend, when it comes to waterproof window frame, window snakes are a quick solution. They are long cushion-like tubes that are filled with insulating material and can be made with old fabrics like socks, pillow covers, t-shirts, etc. 

• Foam sealants

He said that foam sealants are very similar to caulk but have better insulation. These can be quite easily applied with the help of a foam gun. 

• Caulks

When it comes to how to waterproof a window, window caulking is the best way. You just need to seal the joints of the window frame to the base wall so that an impermeable system is created. 

And that’s all he told me about window waterproofing. I hope this helps.