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NeuMünchner6 Nov 2019 18:17Dear forum members,
We purchased an apartment from a developer and are now approaching the handover. Some time ago, we pointed out that the handle of the stairwell window is positioned too high for us to reach, preventing us from using the window (see photo, taken a few weeks ago).
The developer has now offered to install a powered window opener at their expense (see second photo), allowing us to open and close the window with a remote control. The window would then open sideways about 50cm (20 inches). The wall would also need to be re-cut to install the electrical wiring for the window motor, which of course will create a lot of dust again.
What are your experiences with such powered window openers? Are there any major disadvantages?
How would you decide – install the powered opener or leave it as is?
Thank you very much for your advice!
We purchased an apartment from a developer and are now approaching the handover. Some time ago, we pointed out that the handle of the stairwell window is positioned too high for us to reach, preventing us from using the window (see photo, taken a few weeks ago).
The developer has now offered to install a powered window opener at their expense (see second photo), allowing us to open and close the window with a remote control. The window would then open sideways about 50cm (20 inches). The wall would also need to be re-cut to install the electrical wiring for the window motor, which of course will create a lot of dust again.
What are your experiences with such powered window openers? Are there any major disadvantages?
How would you decide – install the powered opener or leave it as is?
Thank you very much for your advice!
If the window is not going to stay closed permanently, a solution will be needed.
The motorized option is the deluxe version. It’s commendable that this is offered.
Less invasive would be mechanical solutions, but they don’t look very attractive. Try searching for manual lever.
Refilling the one slot, sanding, and painting the wall is actually not a big deal.
Motors are fine. They usually don’t operate very quickly, and rapid opening or closing can cause them to burn out. However, the control system should prevent this. Otherwise, keep it away from children.
The motorized option is the deluxe version. It’s commendable that this is offered.
Less invasive would be mechanical solutions, but they don’t look very attractive. Try searching for manual lever.
Refilling the one slot, sanding, and painting the wall is actually not a big deal.
Motors are fine. They usually don’t operate very quickly, and rapid opening or closing can cause them to burn out. However, the control system should prevent this. Otherwise, keep it away from children.
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hampshire6 Nov 2019 21:14Very good solution offer: have it done.
Motors and chase cuts in walls are not rocket science and are routine work for the developer.
Motors and chase cuts in walls are not rocket science and are routine work for the developer.
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NeuMünchner6 Nov 2019 22:51Thank you for your responses. We also really like the solution with the chain drive.
However, in the closed position, the window is no longer locked but only held by the chain. This would likely be a weak point in terms of burglary protection.
However, in the closed position, the window is no longer locked but only held by the chain. This would likely be a weak point in terms of burglary protection.
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nordanney7 Nov 2019 10:00NeuMünchner schrieb:
Regarding burglary protection, that would probably be a weak point.You are only truly secure if you brick up every window opening and replace them with screens.I agree with guckuck2 – this is completely negligible. Why would a burglar – who has no idea that the window is not locked – choose one of the most difficult-to-reach windows from the outside as a target?
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