[MassHistPres] Question about state building code for insulation/windows

[georgeshaw54 at yahoo.com]

My understanding is that unless the windows are damaged and need to be replaced, you are not required to bring them into compliance with the energy code. I've done plenty of renovations with extensive work including additions. Not once in 35 years has an inspector asked about windows that weren't being specifically being replaced. Jade is much more capable than I to explain the ways that old windows can be fixed and "brought close to code".George ShawHarmony WoodworkingCambridge, MA617-838-0701Sent from my Sprint Phone.------ Original message------From: jade at heartwoodrestoration.comDate: Wed, Oct 16, 2019 5:03 PMTo: Ralph Slate;Cc: masshistpres at cs.umb.edu;Subject:Re: [MassHistPres] Question about state building code	for	insulation/windowsI recently finished a project where the contractor AND the building  
inspector suggested the more than
100 windows needed to be replaced with insulated windows to meet  
current code...I pointed them in the
right direction...the beautiful old single pane glass sash with  
weather stripping and new storms are in place...
everyone but the contractor is happy....oh well...

...jade
jade Mortimer
heartwood window restoration
charlemont, ma
413-625-8680


Quoting Ralph Slate :

> A contractor has made the claim that in order to do repairs to a  
> property (from fire damage), he MUST replace the windows because  
> current code requires it. His exact quote on the application is:
>
>
> "Due to the fire we must remove the plaster and replace the wiring,  
> plumbing, and insulate to meet the newer requirements. The remaining  
> windows are single-pane and cannot be sealed sufficiently ,,,  
> especially the window weight cavity".
>
>
> Is anyone aware of changes to the building code that REQUIRE  
> replacing windows versus single pane + storms, particularly focusing  
> on the weight cavities?
>
>
> Thanks,
>
>
> Ralph Slate
> Springfield, MA



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