Removing Old Window Awnings

Stand so that you are not directly under the awning so you re protected if it.

Removing old window awnings. If necessary ask a contractor to recommend the best. 4 these steps to be done on both sides pry hinge bar off hinge post. To do so first of all take the screen off the awning window and disengage the operator arms. Allow the awning to gently swing to a closed position and place the pry barbetween the awning and the exterior wall then carefully pry it off.

Insert a screwdriver into the screws in the bracket and remove them. 3 unlock sash hook from operator arm. Step 5 remove the sash. Repeat the process until all the awnings have been taken off.

Remove the screws from the awning support brackets braces or arms attached to the building using a screwdriver. Patch the holes where lag bolts were removed with stucco patching compound or wood filler. Step 6 access the hidden defective parts. Window awnings frames and attachments vary with the manufacturer.

Look at the left horizontal support bar that runs along the bottom of the awning and attaches perpendicular to the wall via a mounting bracket. Do ensure that the window is not locked. Patch any holes in the exterior and take theopportunity to look carefully at windows for cracks and any damage. Use a putty knife and wire brush to remove dried caulking from the wall.

Awning window sash glass replacement instructions 1 to remove screen. Slide black plastic hinge guide out of hinge track.