How to Inspect Your Windows for Maintenance

Stained Glass windows require maintenance to preserve these works of art. The following check list will allow you to perform a simple check-up to determine your windows present condition. Or if you would like, contact our studio and one of our trained consultants will be happy to provide a free, no obligation inspection.

How to Perform a Self-Evaluation

Associated Crafts has also designed a do-it-yourself guide for you to view and observe each of your stained glass windows. We have provided you with a form that you can submit to Associated Crafts for review. When completed, this survey can also serve as documentation of each window, which can be very helpful with insurance claims or reproduction in the case of loss.

To perform a self-evalutation, you can follow these procedures …

From the interior look at each window for the following:

• Do you see any broken glass?
• Do you see any light leaks?
• Are the windows bowing in or out?
• Do you see any of the interior braces that are loose or missing?
• Do you see any lead deterioration such as cracks in the lead or oxidation (white powder on the surface)?
• Signs of leakage (water damage)?

From the Exterior look at each window for the following:

• Is there any protective covering?
• If there is covering, is it yellow or leaking?
• Is the paint peeling or faded?

If you see signs of any of these conditions, its time to contact us for a free no obligation inspection of your stained glass windows. Our trained consultants will provide you a full report and a replacement cost appraisal.