Living Room Window: Numero Uno

Earlier today, Justin and I picked up our windows from Home Depot. This evening, we decided to get one installed in the living room. There is still one more window in the living room that needs to be replaced. We will probably try to tackle that Saturday.

The before photo:

Justin begins by cutting around the moulding with a utility knife.

He then removes the moulding with a moulding pry bar. These were super handy when we installed the bamboo floors in Tifton.

After the moulding is removed, the metal track is removed from the wood frame of the house.

Ta da! The window is gone!

Another view:

After a test fit, we prepped the new window with insulation and caulk and then caulked around the wood frame so the window will be air-tight. Then we slid the window in place. This part is actually the easiest part of installation. After the window is in place, screws are inserted to make the window secure and tight. Then, Justin caulks around the window on the inside and outside to create an even more secure air-tight and water-tight seal. This keeps out the little critters, too.

Just over an hour later, the window is installed.

We still need to reinstall the trim moulding that was removed in the first step, but we need to make sure the caulk is completely dry before we tackle that.

We hope to tackle another window or two or three tomorrow.