DIY: How to install new window on old house

In this video I install a new window on a old house (DIY) with some tips and tricks. Feel free to comment and ask questions

[vhhfndw]

Not trying to be a chooch, but you need to install flashing and prime your trim boards on all sides to seal prior to installing. Never caulk bare wood and priming all sides prevents future rot. Obviously not necessary for Azek or hardy board type material. Good basics though! Like i said, not being snooty, just trying to inform

[spir]

As a woman, I don't care what color the tape measure is, I really appreciate you taking the time to make this video . VERY HELPFUL!

[tdelrio]

Lol! You left out the part we all wanted to the old window!

[maddieify]

Flash the bottom corners with window flashing tape. Then flash the bottom. Put a continuous bead of caulk around the sides and top of the nailing fin. Not the bottom. Put window in, shim to ensure it is level. Then flash tape the sides, then the top. Then caulk.

[ParisvonRabenau]

Thank you for coaching me on the install. It is more than I thought it would be adding wood. I thought I would simply remove windows, clean the existing widow frame and push in the new. But am up for the challenge. 19 windows to do.

[clintr]

Hey man, thanks for the video. This is what YouTube is supposed to be about. I learned something without a bunch of hype or commercials.

[GSUonion]

Thanks for the video. I'll be replacing one that's in worse shape than this. It's on a General Store that operated in the 30's and 40's. Your video helped me get a better picture of what to expect. Thanks again,

[vdubing]

EXACTLY the video I needed. Old house, same siding and matches my skill level. Thank you!

[robertpreston]

Where is the moisture shield or flashing or weather guard . The most important part you forgot. Before you make a install video you should first learn how to install properly yourself.

[FreshCityVentures]

"my suggestion to you would be to take the trim off" That is a great tip for removing an old window. I'm not sure how I would have done it otherwise! THANKS!

[joepetrick]

It is a new construction window. Not a replacement window. And that is a great video of why not to hire a handyman and how not to install windows.

[smithmalcolm]

Well should definitely use flashing at least on the sill to protect from water. Then what about squaring/leveling window with shims before install ? Then missing sealant which goes under nailing strip...missing vital steps !

[emorywhitehair]

It is a rough lesson! Always good to get an idea from other people's work and build on that the best you can and keep improving!

[JanYi]

Thanks for the great and simple video. I am a mechanic by trade and never have replaced house windows, but after watching your video I am pretty confident I can do it. Thanks again.

[kewlztertc]

Thank you for showing me I need to hire a professional!

[ilovecubes]

Thanks for the video! Appreciate your advice to go 'smaller' and not bigger--to avoid headaches. Thanks!

[michaelg.gartman]

Where I live the rough opening has to be wrapped including putting a pan under the window. After installing the window you have to wrap the exterior as well as make and instal head flashing. It looks like your just relying on caulk to seal out the weather?

[douglasthompson]

For future repair or removal I like to use pancake screws on the nailing flange. Simpson Strong Tie makes one variety that works well but there are many others just get the true pancake head. Also read the directions as most windows do not want the fastener seated tight but up just a hair for expansion and contraction especially on vinyl. I would also use one of the flashing systems before installing. Good video. Doug

[bigjohn]

Don't worry about all the rude comments. Why are they watching instructional videos if they already know everything? At least you took the extra time to record it.

[cdavideakin]

Great video! You just need to add flashing.
I am redoing the windows in the house my Dad built. He didn’t flash the windows and I had to use larger windows in order to cut out the rotted wood at the bottom. Modern caulking is great BUT miss a small place and water WILL get in!