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How to replace a non-tilt window channel balance
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- Опубликовано: 17 авг 2024
- Video tutorial from www.swisco.com on how to replace a window sash channel balance. There are many different types and styles of window sash support balances. This tutorial will walk you through the procedure of removing and install a 'channel' sash support balance.
You can purchase replacement channel balances and other types of sash support balances online at SWISCO.com by visiting the following link: www.swisco.com/...
Visit our discussion board if you need help with this procedure or have any questions regarding which type of replacement balance you need for your window. www.swisco.com/...
0:00 Intro
0:10 Tools
0:14 Pull out the take-out clips
0:30 Removing the window sash
0:48 Removing the channel balances
1:00 Installing a new non-tilt channel balance
1:25 Replacing the window sash
I watched over 10 of these how to fix the channel balance videos and all they did were getting me so confused. They talked a lot and didn't say much. Then, this presentation came and "I saw the light" in less than 2 minutes. Thank you.
Woah! Glad our little video helped you to see the light!!
This repair is very simple following the video. Both of my sash channel balances fell out of the groove in my window frame. I followed the video and a very simple repair. Window is working perfect now. There are different kinds of channel balances for different windows, so if you don't have the exact same as this video, search the RUclips video on the right side of your screen for your specific type. Thank you so much for what I thought was going to be a complicated repair. 3 minutes and it was done. One last thing, this video showed only one sash, I have two, same procedure for both sides. THANK YOU SWISCO !!!!!!!
You're quite welcome. Thanks for the feedback!
I just bought all new balancers from your company best price and im going to replace all 14 windows that are worn out and broken on the 30 year old windows. . Thanks to your company i am saving a ton of money.
That's so amazing to hear! Thanks for your orders.
Thank you for the excellent how-to video. It was no nonsense, straightforward and easy to understand and follow the directions. I wish all how-to videos were this well done.
So do I.
Just replaced mine on a 15 yr old window. Swisco had the correct balance and a decent price, fast ship. This video was a GREAT help !!
That's awesome! It really isn't the toughest repair once you get the hang of it!
Thank you! I work at a 134 unit apartment community with this type of window and you made it very easy for me.
Perfect!! The internet needs more videos like this!
I don't think I ever would have figured this out without your video. Thanks!
I thought I was going to have to replace my entire window until I watched this video - I was able to fix it in less than 2 minutes! Thank you!
That's awesome! We're glad to hear our video helped.
Hey Swisco folks, thanks so much for posting these videos. I had an Atrium window where the channel balance popped out and I had no clue on how to repair.
The last time we needed to replace a channel balance, we hired a man to come help us (for $100). This time, we had you. Thank you so much, this was simple and well presented. No problems at all and our window is good as new.
That's so cool to hear!! Way to get the repair done on your own!
This video was great. Short, to the point, and spot on. I could not have done the replacement without it. Great job Mike!
Best explanation on replacing window balancers like these. Simple with no overcomplicating anything. Main thing is to get the correct parts for your replacements. Thank you!
Thanks for the kind words. You're very right about finding the correct parts, too. That's why we always offer to help - www.swisco.com/page-id-part
I did the same, looking at You tube amateurs, and none were very clear instruction wise.This was simple, concise, IN ORDER, with perfect camera work.Nice job guys.FYI, the local repair & installation dealers are all 6-8 weeks backed up for service calls.Si I had to learn quickly
That's great to hear, David! Thanks for watching!
I had two windows that I neglected for 5 years bc I thought I'd have to replace the entire window frame and all. About to rent the home so figured I'd look into the root cause. Google led me to your site and helpful videos. $50 and about 1 hour later, I had functioning windows again! Thanks Swisco!
Why $50? all you need are 2 metall spring channels, they are about 9 to 15$ at home depot. And you can use the old clips. All these parts are no more than $6 total selling them to window manufacturers. But maybe you had a different glass or frame issue?
OH MY GOSH!!! Thank you! You made this so visually easy to see & understand what I'm supposed to do. I now dont have to pay $100 for someone to come in and fix my windows.
Very good instructions and very easy to do if you have basic skills. First one took a minute to figure out but then the rest went fast. Saved almost $200 a window for 5 windows! Great service from Swisco in helping me identify the parts and getting the right parts to me. Even with paying for rush shipping, it was almost 2/3rds cheaper than buying the parts locally.
Thanks for taking a minute to share the awesome update! We appreciate your business and we're happy to hear your project worked out :)
Awesome....I just had a window come out accidentally while I was doing something ....I tried for almost an hour to get it back in...finally I thought I would check RUclips...you sir saved my day
Happy we could help!
Wow thanks! This was just what I needed! Selling my home and only want to repair what I can do myself. Other videos didn’t show inside the window to better understand how to remove the windows.
This video was clear and concise, so was your product selection! Just ordered replacement balances from you all thanks to finding this video :D
That's awesome!! Glad you stumbled upon us. We really appreciate your business and all of the kind words. Happy repairing :)
Yes success! This window never would open. It has a new balance with a fork hook and the original balance hook shown in your video. Thanks to you, I figured out that the hook was bent & twisted the opposite way. Aha..so I got out the needle nose pliers & now allswell + fresh air!
Thank you very much for making this video :D
Put this to use just now. Excellent guide. Thanks!
That's awesome! Glad we could help
I think you did a great job with this tutorial, very clear and condensed, thank you!
Thanks to you my window was fixed in 3 minutes 😊
Thanks for putting this together. Worked perfectly
Awesome! Glad it was helpful.
Easy to understand video. It help me understand how simple it is to put my window back in working order after my window sash became unsecured.
That's awesome! Thanks for watching.
Simple, accurate (as I later found out) and professional. Thanx
You guys rock, I had a few rather unique balances and you helped me identify them, and they work like a charm. Can’t thank you enough
Glad we could be of service!
Thanks for this video, simple and straight to the point!
Not a problem! Happy to help :)
Thank you for this video. Saved us a bundle on having a guy come out and repair them. Our problem - The take out clips were cheap plastic parts that became brittle over time and broke upon pulling them out for the balance removal. Luckily we could get replacement clips in town. We found out that it is a common problem with the plastic clips. Cheap parts in an otherwise expensive widow.
Thanks for putting it together....allowed me to fix my window!!
Very well done video had my window fixed in under 2 minutes just like the video direct and to the point. Thanks.
Glad to hear it worked out for ya! Enjoy the newly functioning windows, Scott.
Very Good video on replacement channel balance for non tilt windows.. Will share with other owners of the condo.
Thank you for watching and sharing, Jean!
Informative, straight to the point, easy as can be. Thanks!
Nice! Glad to hear it was helpful
Nice video. I always heard that this was a fairly simple fix but this video really shows how easy it can be. I'm motivated now and I'm going to check my windows in the next couple of days to see what kind/size of balances I have. It looks like Swisco has lots of different lengths in stock.
Bob P Thanks for the kind words, Bob. We're glad the video is helpful to you. Let us know if you need help with identifying your balance replacements.
You're welcome, Joel! Thanks for watching!
@deanooh
Thanks for watching, Dean. Let us know if you have any other questions and we'll be glad to help.
Really helpful. Thanks so much for creating and posting this video.
Exactly the help I needed. Thank you.
Thanks. I was given a $220 estimate for fixing one window. No way! Thank you!
That's what we like to hear!
@@SWISCO BTW your parts have the lowest price that I can find on the net!
I would have never figured out how to do this by myself. Thanks
Fantastic resource!
Thank you. You practically saved me from a suicide attempt...
Wow! glad we could help
Thanks Mike, for the excellent tutorial. -Robert
Thanks for the video. I was definitely going about it the wrong way...lol.
101perspective Thanks for watching! Glad we could help!
@markyoungsmagic
Hi Mark, it sounds like you have coil sash support balances. Yes, you can order replacement parts for this type of sash support system on SWISCO's Web site. You can reach the window sash support balance on SWISCO's Web site: Catalog > Door & Window > Sash Support Hardware (sorry RUclips will not allow me to post links). You can also start a support case with us and we can walk you through the process of choosing the correct replacement coil balance hardware.
Awesome.. It had been so long since I replaced them .. i forgot how.. Thank you for the reminder
Dean
Thanks sooooo much!!!! I couyld not find anything at the Certainteed site!!! What an easy fix!!! You are great!!!
Grondo
Once you place the window sash into the frame and over the channel balance, the top sash guide will catch on the top of the channel balance, and "guide" it downward. The pressure of the channel balance is dependent on the top sash guide, as the top sash guide allows the balance and sash to work together.
My guess is that some windows are different compared to others. My window had a plastic piece screwed into the side (near the top) of the window... and I suspect this varies from window to window. Your comment was quite correct for my windows. Unlike the video instructions, where the guy put the BOTTOM of the window into the new channel balance (that was hooked into the window frame), my window would NOT allow that. As you have stated, I had to put the TOP of the window in first, making sure the 90 degree angle plastic pieces of BOTH the channel balance AND the window were seated flush against each other. Otherwise, I could not get the window back into the window frame. I should also point out that it is a LOT easier to install a small window (like the one in the video) compared to a larger 3' x 4' window (or larger).
Very good video. Did the repair as described using parts ordered from swisco. Thank you!
Nice! Glad we could lend a hand in your repair.
@JayGrondo I am glad you found this video helpful. If you have any questions regarding channel balances feel free to ask questions here or start a discussion with one of our window experts (see the 'discussions' section of our Web site).
Thank you for your Help, I just replaced my first two
Very cool! Thanks for watching.
Thanks!
Thank you. Your video is very useful.
Are there one or two channel balances in a window like this? Just took off my window and I only have 1 balance, but the frame has clips and holes as though there could (should?) be two balances.
My balances do not work, do not spring down easily, and are actually stuck at the top of my window. have no idea how to remove them. I was able to get one out, that was partially out, so got the replacement balances - but how do you remove them when they do not "Spring" and are stuck like glue a the top?
Thanks, you're very welcome!
I have plantation shutters that stop me from being able to take the window out. Any workarounds there?
Very helpful....
Swisco you guys seem very helpful, I left a email, photos etch.
get with me asap, need to order this for a few windows.
great video. easy to do too. too bad the new window balances made these days are cheap junk that squeak, not nearly as smooth, and prone to fall apart (do to the amount of plastics used).
Excellent video. Thanks for posting it!
My spring rod doesn't have the little clip that hooks on, can that be purchased separately?
It depends which clip you're referring to! If it's part of the balance, then it most likely wouldn't e sold separately. Reach out here and we can look into it more - www.swisco.com/page-id-part
Guessing you replaced the channel balance on both sides because you flipped up the clip on both sides. Video shows replacing only one side. Can you post a vid showing how to do both? I'm assuming there's a sequence of steps. Thanks.
Thanks for commenting! It's the same process on both sides, so you should be able to just repeat the steps on the other side of the window.
Thank you. It helped me a lot.
That's great to hear!
Just a nit pick. You show one side in the video. You need to do both sides, yes? Or do you recommend just replace one (broken) side? :)
Good question! We only show one side to avoid any repetition in the video, but we do recommend replacing both sides at the same time.
I have no take out clips .... how do I remove the window? Thanks.
My balances aren't the square tube type pictured. There are two rectangular plastic pieces at the top with screws and coiled metal springs below that with the clip that retains the window sash at the lowest point. Can I get the replacement parts at Swisco and how are they replaced? Thanks for any help you can provide.
Mark
thanks swisco.got my channel balances today. do you recommend lubing the balances at all?
Glad to hear! No need to lubricate them - they come ready to install!
hey Mike, how does the window "grab" the channel balance when you are putting the window back in? is there an attachement on the actual window that allows it to do so?
Short to the point and can see what your doing
You're welcome!
PERFECT. Thank you
I have some single hung CertainTeed windows that use a plastic take out clip that are not the standard size (smaller). Being plastic, they've broken and now need to be replaced. Do you guys have metal versions of those smaller clips?
We carry a 1-1/4" X 1/4" metal clip. Do you think that could work for you?
My window has a problem where the hook on one of the balances got detached from its slot inside the window jamb. I can slide the window sash up and down fine. But when I close it all the way, I can't open it open without the help of a pry bar. I tried popping out the take out clips to get the sash out in order replace the balances, but with the clips popped out, I can't slide the sash up past where the clips are. It just seems stuck and I can't move it past that point. Can you advise on how to get the sash out
Hey Swisco, we need your help. How do we get you to take a look at our window which is unbalanced? Please help us. Is the hook missing, how do we get the correct parts?
Ah, sorry your window is unbalanced! We actually don't do any house calls, but rather make videos and supply parts for customers to do the repairs on their own. I would suggest starting a discussion with our experts. They should be able to help you get started! www.swisco.com/page-id-part
Great video, only one problem. I am unable to open the window at all. One side will slightly move up, but the right side will not budge. How do I correct this problem, any and all suggestions are much appreciated. I do have the metal clips on both sides but as stated before, the window is stuck on right side in the closed position, Thanks
Your channel balance may be locked in place, or your sash guide may be broken. Could you submit some photos of the situation to our researchers so that we can offer an opinion? Follow this link: www.swisco.com/page-id-part
I have the same type of window however there are no take out clips which makes it very difficult to remove the window channel balance and put it back in. I had to yank it out. Took me over an hour and it was hard.
Hi Mike, I went through the steps to replacing both window channel balances/sashes (one was broke and to save time, replaced both), it took a little while, but I got them out and the new sashes installed, or so I thought. The window now can be pushes down evenly with a small amount of pressure (seems good to go) and then once you get to the bottom/closed, it's super difficult/hard to get it to rise back up. Is there something I'm overlooking? I did the process twice, just to make sure I didn't overlook a detail. Any help is appreciated.
The first thing that comes to mind is that the new balances could be the incorrect tension for the weight of the window sash. If you can send us a photo of the stamped number on your original, we can look into it - www.swisco.com/page-contact
What if you need to do both balances??? Do you do one at a time or both at the same time?
Yes you can replace both balances, in fact we recommend it . Both sides are the same in most non-tilt channel balance windows, so just repeat the steps on the other side.
Oooooh, that is what the silver tabs on the side are for, to keep the channel from continuing up when one wants to remove the window.
I am trying to replace the balances in my window. I have not been able to figure out how to tilt it, and it doesn't have the take-out clips you mention in your video. I'm at a loss. Any pointers on identifying how to remove the sash?
Do you at least have the slots where the take-out clips install? If so, you can simply purchase new ones to replace those that are missing. For example, the Swisco 16-002 Take Out Clip may be what you need.
If you don't even have the slots, though, then you could consider temporarily installing a screw where they would go. Once the balances are replaced and everything is reinstalled, you would remove the screws so that the window can operate normally. Could that work for you?
I'm not sure I follow you.
Doing a little bit more research after making that comment, I came to the conclusion that I have one of those oh-so-convenient builder grade windows, which aren't designed for removal.
It seems to me, my choices are to replace the whole window, or take the balances I bought and force them in somehow, bending or otherwise. It's a terrible solution, I know, but I don't have the cash to replace at the moment, and I already have replacement balances (through your company, I might add).
Nicholas Fiala Just to be certain, your existing balances are Channel Balances and not Spiral Balances, correct?
I gotcha now. I think I responded to the wrong video. They are definitely spiral balances.
Nicholas Fiala In reference to the type of window: you're right, builder's grade windows are not made to have their sashes removed (frustrating to say the least). Sometimes you even have to completely remove the whole window, but if you're lucky, there might be a screw on trim that you can remove to take out the sash.
Moving forward, we definitely recommend you head over to the Discussions section of our website. You can submit a picture of your window so our experts can give you a better idea of what you may be dealing with, and then hopefully that leads to us offering you an easier solution.
I need help, I have a channel balance that is up above the window and I can't get it to move. It is Jammed! I can't move the window down below the take out clip. Now What???
Ah, yep! You need this video -ruclips.net/video/qBWocY7TOWI/видео.html
In my case the balance are stuck way up and the sash fell. I can not move them. Any ideas?
Quite often your scenario turns out to be the result of a broken top sash guide. You can see the top sash guides at 1:38 of the video, in the top corners of the window sash. In order to get the balance(s) out, you will have to force the balance down (carefully) and get it under the take out clip so that you can remove it. Again, I have to stress, be very careful when you do this. When you've done this, be sure to replace your top sash guides along with your balances.
Thanks, that did it!
Halcyon Well done!
Hey, my window won’t slide up at all Because it has a replacement balancer on each side, how can I fix this? My window is locked and won’t slide up
Hey there! If I'm following, it sounds like you can't open your window because your balances are stuck. Can you confirm? If so, this problem could require an advanced solution. If I were you, I'd take photos of the sides of your windows where your balances go and show them to our Experts over at our Discussion board. I have no doubt they'll be able to figure out what your issue is and walk you through the process of removal. www.swisco.com/page-contact
It could be jammed. Check out this other video of ours - ruclips.net/video/qBWocY7TOWI/видео.html
What if the top panel keep sliding downward and won’t stay up.
Sounds like you have a double-hung window that could use new balances for the top sash. We'd be happy to help more! Reach out to us here - www.swisco.com/page-id-part
Shows clearly what my video did not cover, that is, the removal of the sash. Mine only shows how to re-install spring balances.
What about a non tilt top window that moves up & down?
The process for removing a top sash is the same as removing the bottom sash. In some non-tilt windows the top sash is a permanent fixture and can't be removed.
my windows dont have takeout clips what do i do?
Now do the top sash.
It's more or less the same process, however, this particular window is a non-tilt with just one moveable sash.
Great video. Thank you. I followed the instructions, but as I went to push the window down it stopped about two inches from closing and, as this was unexpected, I sort of pushed a bit to see if it would go. The first time it went down but made a rather loud noise and the right balance literally came out and slid down, as it had come unhooked from the side of the frame. I figured it was a faulty balance. But I tried it again with one new balance and one old balance, and again, the right side, the new balance did the same thing. In both cases the balances broke a little piece off the pulley inside the balance at the very bottom. Anyone know why this is happening? Luckily the balances are cheap, but this doesn't seem good.
+Troy Nelson It sounds like you may have installed balances that are not the appropriate weight or length. Do you still have your original balances available?
+SWISCO Yes, I do. They appear to be the same size, weight, etc. The only notable difference is that the hook on the cord/rope is tied in a knot through the new ones while in the old ones the hook was crimped on.
+Troy Nelson Alright, well assuming your channel length and channel stamps match that of your original, the issue could be the knot you mentioned. Sometimes we've seen issues where there is no "knot relief hole" in the jamb, so there is undue strain on the string (creating that loud noise). Oftentimes we recommend drilling a new hole directly in the jamb where the knot is located to relieve it of the stress. Some manufacturers attach their clips in different ways and while the knot issue is uncommon, it's still an issue in some circumstances. Now before you go ahead and start drilling, I highly recommend starting a Discussion thread on our website. There you can submit pictures of your window and window balances to our Experts so they can get a better idea of your situation. Good luck, Troy!
+SWISCO Thank you so very much for your prompt and informative replies. I very much appreciate this and will recommend SWISCO in the future. Thanks again. Big thumbs up!
+SWISCO By the way, I got it taken care of. Turns out my neighbor is the one who installed the windows on this house years ago and, in fact, that is what he does for a living. Who knew? Not me. Anyway, he came over and took a look and we figured that because the hook on these new balancers are connected to the cord by being tied to them (drill a hole, put it through, tie a knot), rather than crimped on to the cord as the old ones did, was the issue. That knot caused the hooks to stick out a bit, and hit the spring which meant the window wouldn't close. My neighbor brought me some slightly used balancers from his shop (free of charge I might add!) and installed them, and all is fantastically well. Can't thank him enough - and can't thank you enough for helping me figure out what was going on here. Thanks again!!!
Thank you
Anytime :)
I got the balancers in then the window wouldn't fit back in. 😡 Put the old balancers back in and still couldn't get the window back in. 😡😡
Now I've taken the balancers out to get the window back in. 🤬
Thank You! Now I see what the problem is. The channel balance was not installed properly and the metal hook tab was crushed. I'll order replacements from you.
ATTENTION property owners: The CHEAP a-hole I pay $1,250 every month, like clockwork, to refused to fix the broken window, which was broken when I moved in.
So I am doing it myself. I know the trashbag will steal my $1250 deposit when I move out, as I am doing very soon, even after I paid him over $18,000. We'll see what this dump looks like when I move out. Ever wonder WHY your little "asset' was heavily damaged? He is gonna steal $1,250, and spend it right away X 3THREE. Done. Karma.
ion
You didn't put the channel balance in the window. You put it in the window frame.
OMG, you just saved me! Super helpful. Thank you so much!
You're so welcome!
Thanks!