If you’re starting a home renovation project, one area that deserves attention is your windows. This article will focus on how to replace sliding glass windows in your home. The good news is that sliding glass window replacement is one of the easiest tasks for first-time home renovators to tackle on their own, and it’s the kind of project that offers good returns on property value. So even if you don’t have a lot of experience with sawing and hammering, you should be able to manage removal and installation without major problems or hiccups.

The first thing you will need to do is get the new windows that will replace the old ones. When shopping for your new sliding glass window units, it’s important to consider the brand of product you currently have (note that this will usually include the frame and glass itself). Check the window you have for the manufacturer and contact this company about window replacement. If it’s an unknown brand, you may need to order a replacement directly from the manufacturer, but if it’s relatively popular, you might be able to find what you need at a local Olympia hardware or DIY store.

You’ll also want to check to see if your old sliding windows work with rollers or not. Many of the older models and some newer versions as well. However, you may want to think about replacement window units that do not include these rollers. Many of the latest generation models sold today do not require them, instead relying on a track with a good fit, allowing the window to slide back and forth with ease.

Once you’ve gotten your replacement windows, it’s time to get started on the actual home improvement process. The first thing you will need to take care of is removing the old windows. Start by removing the screen. To do this, just gently pull it out of position from the bottom or side. Then push the glass window toward the center of the frame so that it is neither fully open nor fully closed. Wearing protective gloves, hold the window in place with one hand and slide the other hand between sliding and stationary windows.

Now, lift the slider up from the top while guiding the bottom out of the frame. Once the bottom of the window is completely free, you should slowly lower the window back down, freeing the rest of the frame as well. Then set it aside.

Your window replacement is now halfway done. The next step is to clean the frame. Use an old rag and liquid window cleaner to clean any accumulated dirt and dust. Then install the new drive by following the removal steps in reverse. Once your new sliding glass window is in place, clean it on both sides and replace the screen.