Velux creaking, what to do?

Velux roof windows are a practical solution for bringing in light. However, some owners complain about the appearance of cracking noises, especially when the sun shines. This problem can be annoying and sometimes even worrying. Find out then why your Velux creaks and how to react to this disturbing noise.

Why is your Velux creaking?

When your Velux creaks, several causes can explain it:

1. Normal wear of materials : Skylights are exposed to outdoor elements such as rain, wind and sun. Over time, these conditions can cause damage to window materials such as discoloration or warping resulting in creaking. This often occurs on wooden windows. It is also said that "wood works". But it can also happen on PVC or aluminum windows.

2. Overheated: Skylights can also crack when exposed to high temperatures for long periods of time. Excessive heat can expand materials causing them to crack. In this case, there is nothing abnormal or worrying. However, it can also cause damage to materials, especially wood, and cause cracking or popping noises. Velux roof windows installed on windows that face south or are located in warm locations are more prone to this form of cracking.

3. Poor installation: If the Velux are not installed correctly, it can cause creaking problems. Common errors during installation include excessive tension on the hinges, loose screws and misalignment of parts. This is rarer, and usually occurs early in the installation.

It is important to note that these causes may be interrelated or combined. You will therefore need to identify the source of the cracking to be able to find the appropriate solution.

Note now that if you think that the problem comes from a wrong installation (if it occurs quickly after installation in particular), you will then have to contact the company that installed the shutter and try to get the ten-year guarantee.

Velux that cracks in the sun: how to react?

How to stop the creaking noises that come from a Velux window?

Velux that cracks in the sun what to do?

Treat the wood of the Velux

If your Velux cracks in the sun, there is certainly nothing abnormal or worrying. Indeed, under the heat, the materials, and in particular the wood, expand. On the contrary, at nightfall, when the temperature drops, they retract. This phenomenon can cause cracking or popping noises. In this case, apart from the discomfort of the noise, there is no danger for your Velux window or your home.

If your Velux that creaks is made of wood, you can still treat him to stop or reduce noise. Indeed, the natural pine of the Velux has received a basic treatment when it leaves the factory. However, they must receive a maintenance more in-depth every 2 years ago,. Velux even recommends carrying out maintenance annually when the windows are exposed to strong heat, strong sunlight and/or high humidity.

The treatment of the wood avoids excessive deformations and expansions and therefore the appearance of cracks. To treat the wood of Velux windows, we recommend using the VELUX ZZZ 176 maintenance kit.

Painting the Velux window that cracks in the sun

If the creaking noise that comes from the Velux becomes really too disturbing, you can also consider repaint the outer edges of the Velux in white. This allows the sun's rays to reflect and thereforeprevent the Velux window from overheating. Be careful to paint it with paint suitable for the materials of your Velux window.

Contact a professional to check the Velux and the roof

If the problem comes from thenatural wear, that it is really too awkward and that you do not wish to carry out the preceding manipulations or that you have a doubt about its origin, then you can contact the Velux customer service and request the intervention of a technician to carry out an expertise. Note, however, that you will be charged for this service, certainly even within the framework of a guarantee.

Un Velux replacement can also be considered if you want to stop the noise completely or if other problems appear like water infiltration.

Note that it is also possible that the creaking noises you hear do not come from the Velux but from the roofing. In this case, it is important to contact a industry professional (roofer, carpenter, carpenter) so that he can check the condition of your roof. Indeed, it may be necessary to consolidate the roof, to redo the insulation but also to deworm the frame if harmful insects have taken possession of the premises. This is not to be taken lightly because the solidity of the roof can be weakened.

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