Stylish and comfortable windows made of safe plastic are an integral part of the modern interior of a house or apartment. When the question arises of which window units to install in a new building, or what to replace outdated frames with, customers opt for plastic windows.
It is important not only to determine the type of profile, choose fittings and the location of the opening sashes. To ensure there is no doubt about the quality of new PVC windows, you need to follow simple acceptance rules at all stages from drawing up the contract to the final inspection.
Acceptance of windows upon delivery
When plastic windows are manufactured according to the customer’s dimensions, they are brought to the installation site. It can begin on the same day, or later - depending on the agreement with the customer, the availability of free installation teams from the manufacturer and the temperature outside.
What you should pay attention to when accepting windows:
- No defects on the sashes or frame. If you notice dents, chips, cracks or other damage, request a replacement of the product;
- Each part of the profile is covered with a special film during production. It ensures safe cargo transportation. If the film is missing anywhere, check the part with extra care. Scratches and damage on the film also indicate possible damage to the profile;
- Double-glazed windows must be intact, without chips or cracks. These defects will remain in the finished window and reduce its quality;
- Check the documents for completeness. All parts specified in the acceptance certificate must be available. If something was not delivered to you, but you signed for receipt, it will be difficult to prove the absence of the part.
If you find any shortcomings during the acceptance of the plastic window, contact the manager who is supervising your order. He will resolve conflict situations and provide serviceable parts to replace missing or damaged ones.
Inspecting the fittings
Window fittings - connecting elements, hinges, rods - cannot be plastic. In durable and reliable designs, the main material of the locking mechanism is high-alloy stainless steel. Test the operation of swing and portal sashes. Stiff motion, creaks, clicks are an indicator of poor assembly, you should refuse such a purchase. Externally, the main and additional fittings in a window unit that complies with standards and norms are smooth, without jagged edges.
A high-quality plastic window is geometrically correct, assembled from a smooth glossy profile, butt seams are made neatly, the fittings move smoothly, the sashes fit securely, and the seal is evenly secured around the perimeter.
With low-quality fittings, the doors are difficult to open, close, sag, and are inconvenient to use. Poor quality fasteners quickly fail and can damage the window. Such fittings have to be adjusted frequently.
Test the fasteners when you receive the glazing from your contractor. Check the functions, ease of operation, turning the doors in the right directions.
Acceptance of plastic windows after installation
All functions of the PVC structure must be operational immediately. The windows do not have a test drive period; they are 100% ready for use immediately after installation. What you should pay attention to when checking the window after installation:
What to pay attention to:
- To open the sashes, you do not need to press on the frame, put pressure on the fittings or apply additional effort. Each door opens easily;
- All new windows are installed level. Even if you don't have a bubble or laser level handy, checking this is not difficult. When the window is installed level, the sash that is open to the limit will not close on its own;
- Visually inspect the joints between the plastic frame and the walls. The foam should completely fill all voids. The presence of unfilled cracks will lead to the appearance of mold in the future, increased humidity and reduced energy efficiency of the window;
A professional installer will not only help you check the window before signing the work completion certificate, but will also tell you about the settings for fittings and the nuances of window care. Subject to the above acceptance rules, you will receive durable, beautiful and reliable windows that will create comfort in your home or apartment for years.
All the power is in the fastener
REHAU anchor fastenings and window plates are fully compatible with the design of the window profile of the same name. Anchor bolts create strong engagement with any building materials from which the walls of modern premises are made. As for window plates: they have a list of undeniable advantages. Here are just a few of them:
- high strength;
- ability to compensate for temperature deformations and mechanical vibrations;
- resistance to loads arising in the perpendicular plane of the window frame.
Let's summarize briefly: there are no ideal window openings, but there are impeccable tools, high-quality installation materials and impeccable installation skills. All this together, subject to the installation instructions for windows from REHAU, can ensure the quality of already exemplary window systems.
The installation instructions from REHAU take into account GOST 30971-2012, the individual characteristics of window profiles and double-glazed windows, as well as the sanitary requirements that apply to modern residential and auxiliary premises.
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Before installing windows, we strongly recommend that you prepare as much as possible for the upcoming event.
The more thorough the preparation, the easier the installation itself will be and the easier it will be to clean up after all the work has been completed. If the apartment is residential, then be sure to cover the clothes , shelves and floor with plastic film. Don’t hope that “somehow everything will work out”! No matter how careful the installers are, there will still be a lot of construction dust and debris. No matter how deliciously the housewife cooks, during cooking something is bound to fall on the floor or somewhere else.
