Window Draught Weather Proofing

[Dave1UK]

Hi,

So we have these current windows (pictured) I believe they are aluminium? Few weeks ago I realised that almost all of them are misaligned by quite a reasonable amount of mm whereby one side is flush however the other almost leaves a open gap. The hinges themselves don't look bent, open and close fine, I believe they have been incorrectly installed. This is a rental property so not looking to "fix" this but to manage it for winter periods that's all.

What sort of draught weather proofing can/should I use?

On previous years I have used these stick on W and D shaped weather strips, my only issue with them is removal whereby they leave the sticky residue behind and removal is an absolute nightmare, I'm mentioning removal as they tend to get mouldy during/after winter.

Appreciate any advice!

 

[ronniecabers]

I know you say its a rental and you dont want to repair them bit jeez the landlord should be! They probably just need the glass repacking , or new hinges as those could well be slighty warped ( that you cant see by eye ) . Worst case, the landlord should be replacing them with windows that are fit for purpose . Get on to the landlord to sort it. Under the Renters Right Act private landlords have to abide by the Decent Homes standard, which means you should have windows that are functionable and aid in thermal performance...clearly not closing properly they aren't either!

 

[Dave1UK]

Aware this is the landlords responsibility, however we have been living here for years and have a good relationship with the landlord, the landlord hasn't increased our rent at all since moving in. We are happy with the property overall and it's very affordable for what it is.

With 'big' things like this replacement would be quite a reasonable cost involved therefore it could result in a potential rent increase in the future which just wouldn't be worth it for us if that were the case, if that makes sense. I don't think they would want to just replace one window either, the photo just shows 1 window of 4 in the room, 2 of them seem fine except 2 others. Then you have several more windows of the same type downstairs etc.

If we were paying the going rent rate for the area, then I sure would be complaining about every single fault of the property as well within my rights as it is now ofc.

 

[ronniecabers]

Thats fair enough if you are paying well below market rates.
Honestly, see if they will contact a ' window repair ' man, I really suspect its either the hinges or Glass packing that is the issue. If it were an initial fitting issue it would have been evident from day 1.
If you dont want to go down that route, you could try and physically pull/push the window level so it closes correctly but beware if you make it worse the landlord may blame you. Other than that my only other suggestion would be draught proof tape , but honestly that looks a little bit of a big gap but you may be able to get something to work, ot failing that , some tissue and sticky tape!