The Ultimate 4-Season Window Maintenance Checklist: Year-Round Care

## Your 4-Season Window Care Protocol Routine preventative maintenance takes under 15 minutes per season and extends the operational lifespan of your windows by 10 to 15 years. ### Spring: Post-Winter Inspection & Cleaning - Wash glass using mild dish soap and water. - Inspect exterior perimeter caulking for cracks or separation. - Check wood frames for moisture soft spots. - Wash and reinstall insect screens. ### Summer: Drainage & Sun Defense - Clear debris from sill track weep holes using a pipe cleaner to prevent rain overflow. - Clean vinyl tracks and apply dry silicone lubricant. - Verify smooth sliding sash glide. ### Fall: Weather-Sealing & Hardware Prep - Conduct the Dollar Bill test on all operable sashes. - Replace frayed wool pile or cracked foam weatherstripping. - Tighten loose sash locks and lubricate cam levers. ### Winter: Thermal Lock & Condensation Control - Keep sashes firmly locked to maximize weatherstrip seal compression. - Maintain indoor relative humidity between 30% and 40% to prevent sill condensation. Contact ServiceFind Windows Pro for comprehensive window servicing and **Fair Quotes**.