{"id":1524,"date":"2026-01-24T13:09:45","date_gmt":"2026-01-24T13:09:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/alfaaken.ee\/?p=1524"},"modified":"2026-01-10T13:13:51","modified_gmt":"2026-01-10T13:13:51","slug":"reduce-drafts-around-windows","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/alfaaken.ee\/en\/reduce-drafts-around-windows\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Reduce Drafts Around Windows Without Replacing Them"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-start=\"3472\" data-end=\"3651\">During winter, many homeowners in Tallinn experience cold drafts near their windows. While window replacement may seem like the only solution, most issues can be fixed without it.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3653\" data-end=\"3800\"><strong data-start=\"3653\" data-end=\"3680\">Common causes of drafts<\/strong><br data-start=\"3680\" data-end=\"3683\" \/>Drafts are usually caused by worn seals, unadjusted hardware, leaking installation joints, or natural wear over time.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3802\" data-end=\"3974\"><strong data-start=\"3802\" data-end=\"3837\">Seal inspection and replacement<\/strong><br data-start=\"3837\" data-end=\"3840\" \/>Old or damaged seals lose elasticity and allow cold air inside. Replacing them is a fast and cost-effective way to improve insulation.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3976\" data-end=\"4135\"><strong data-start=\"3976\" data-end=\"4010\">Window and hardware adjustment<\/strong><br data-start=\"4010\" data-end=\"4013\" \/>Proper adjustment increases the pressure between the sash and the frame, significantly reducing air leakage during winter.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4137\" data-end=\"4305\"><strong data-start=\"4137\" data-end=\"4169\">Checking installation joints<\/strong><br data-start=\"4169\" data-end=\"4172\" \/>Cold air often enters through gaps between the wall and the window frame. Sealing and insulating these joints helps eliminate drafts.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4307\" data-end=\"4433\"><strong data-start=\"4307\" data-end=\"4340\">Temporary vs proper solutions<\/strong><br data-start=\"4340\" data-end=\"4343\" \/>Temporary fixes may help briefly, but professional maintenance provides long-term results.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4435\" data-end=\"4565\"><strong data-start=\"4435\" data-end=\"4468\">When replacement is necessary<\/strong><br data-start=\"4468\" data-end=\"4471\" \/>If frames are severely damaged or glass units have failed, replacement may be the only option.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4567\" data-end=\"4740\"><strong data-start=\"4567\" data-end=\"4582\">Conclusion:<\/strong><br data-start=\"4582\" data-end=\"4585\" \/>Drafts do not automatically mean new windows are needed. In most cases, professional adjustment and maintenance offer an effective and affordable solution.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>During winter, many homeowners in Tallinn experience cold drafts near their windows. While window replacement may seem like the only solution, most issues can be fixed without it. Common causes of draftsDrafts are usually caused by worn seals, unadjusted hardware, leaking installation joints, or natural wear over time. 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