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Caulking around windows

6 years ago

I wanted to remove this dirty caulking and replace it with new caulking. Is this wise? I have heard that you don’t want caulking around outside windows that have siding as it leads to moisture problems.

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User
6 years ago
last modified: 6 years ago
That dirty caulking looks like mildew. If there is moisture behind caulking, mold/mildew will grow.

Sort of a messy caulking job that has trapped moisture between the frame and caulk.

Is some of the discoloring under the caulk?
Tony M.
Original Author
6 years ago
No it doesn’t appear so. There are some small gaps behind it where the siding meets. Should I recaulk it after removing this caulking? Thanks ahead of time.
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Joseph Corlett, LLC
6 years ago
Top and side jamb caulk is fine, it's when sills are caulked and trap wind-blown rain that problems occur.
dan1888
6 years ago
Use masking tape to define the caulk line. Apply. Tool or wet finger it in. Then remove the tape. Should look a bit better.

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