ᐅ Replacing windows – is it worth it?

Created on: 18 Feb 2014 08:28
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Hello,
My daughter lives in a rented apartment. Very cold air comes down from the roof window. So, they are not keeping the cold out. Now water is collecting in the corners, and the wood is starting to mold. My daughter cleans it thoroughly every time and also uses mold prevention products, but after a few days it returns.

Now my question: Would new windows with better insulation help? Would heating costs also be reduced?

Thank you very much for your information.
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Robert-1
28 Feb 2014 10:13
Hello Karl-Steffen,
There are landlords who don’t care about this and only want the rent. If mold is detected, it is usually blamed on the tenant for improper ventilation. The situation is not that simple.
Good luck
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Roman-1
23 May 2014 11:08
I completely agree, and some landlords simply refuse to cooperate. In such cases, an expert should be brought in to prove that the mold is caused by the window.
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herrmann-1
21 Feb 2016 12:07
Well, a building inspector costs money, and the tenant will not pay for that. Replacing the windows is good, but other problems may arise. Today's generation of windows is so airtight that no moisture can escape. This can cause condensation, which in turn can lead to mold growth.

The best solution is windows with integrated ventilation. However, that will probably remain a dream for the tenant.