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WINDOWS - PATIO DOORS PREPARATION
Preparing window openings correctly is one of the most important steps before installing new windows, siding, or exterior finishing. At Silver Siding, we provide complete window preparation services for residential, commercial, strata, and renovation projects across Vancouver and the Lower Mainland.
Whether it’s a new build, recladding, retrofit, or waterproofing upgrade, our team ensures every opening is properly sealed, flashed, and ready for long-term performance.
PROTECTED AND LOST LASTING WINDOWS
Replacing old and outdated windows is our speciality. Our professionals will help you keep your home protected with long-lasting, high-quality windows that are worth the investment. We`ve got you covered throughout the year with stylish products and the latest in low-E technology.
When you choose Silver Side Exterior, you get a partner that has your best interest in mind. Your home deserves the best, your home deserves Silver Side Exterior!
The process starts with carefully taken measurements. Each house is different and each window is crafted to fit perfectly when replacing an old window. Care is taken by our professionals to ensure that precise measurements translate into a perfectly-fitting window, which is then skillfully installed.
There’s more to installing a window than simply putting it where the old one used to be. It must be carefully aligned and stabilized within the opening and properly insulated. What’s more, finishing around the window must be installed in a way that blends well with the existing decor of your home.
By providing energy-efficient windows and doors, we help our customers save money by using less energy. But our commitment extends further: we dispose of your old windows in a responsible way. That is Silver Side Exterior’s way of doing our part to protect the environment.
At Silver Side Exterior, we mind our manners! We clean up after installation is complete. Because our mess should never become your mess. We do the job right and don’t leave an unnecessary mess behind. Just another way that we provide unparalleled service to our clients.
You get expert-level precision on every opening.
✅ Building envelope specialists
✅ Flashing and moisture-proofing experts
✅ Code-compliant prep for new and old builds
✅ Skilled in siding and window integration
✅ Residential, commercial, and strata projects
✅ Fair pricing and reliable scheduling
✅ Full service—prep to sealing
Our work prevents leaks before they happen.
Silver Siding provides window preparation for:
Full siding projects
New construction
Home additions
Commercial upgrades
Retrofits and replacements
Strata and multi-unit projects
Envelope remediation
Rain screen and recladding
No shortcuts — every window opening is made moisture-safe and structurally sound before installation.
Skipping or rushing window prep causes leaks, drafts, and long-term damage—especially in wet climates like Vancouver.
✅ Prevents water penetration
✅ Improves building envelope protection
✅ Eliminates drafts and moisture intrusion
✅ Supports BC Building Code compliance
✅ Extends window and siding lifespan
✅ Reduces energy loss
✅ Minimizes mold and rot risks
Well-prepared window openings support both appearance and durability.
With high rainfall, wind-driven moisture, and fluctuating temperatures, Metro Vancouver buildings need advanced weather protection. Poor window prep leads to:
Interior leaks
Frame rot
Failed caulking
Mold development
Air gaps
Insulation damage
Envelope failure
We ensure every opening is sealed, flashed, and moisture-managed before windows and siding go on.
Our expert crew follows a meticulous process:
Assess and measure openings
Remove old material and inspect framing
Reinforce and square the rough opening
Install flashing membranes and sill protection
Apply weather-resistant barriers
Tape and integrate air/vapor seals
Prepare for window install or trim finishing
Everything is done according to code, manufacturer specs, and envelope standards.
We prepare openings for:
Vinyl windows
Aluminum windows
Triple-pane units
Wood frame windows
Fiberglass windows
Fixed and operable styles
Custom shapes and sizes
Skylights and transoms
Proper prep makes installation smoother and long-lasting.
1. Do I need prep before replacing old windows?
Yes, openings must be sealed, flashed, and corrected before installing new units.
2. Do you handle flashing and waterproofing?
Yes, we install full moisture barriers, sill membranes, and flashing.
3. Can you prep openings in older homes?
Absolutely — we fix framing, upgrade moisture protection, and make it install-ready.
4. Does this help with drafts and leaks?
Proper prep eliminates air gaps and stops water intrusion.
5. Can you prep during siding or rain screen projects?
Yes, we integrate window prep with exterior cladding and envelope work.
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