Windows · Bengaluru and Delhi NCR
Window Glass Rattling? Causes & Repair Cost
Glass that buzzes when a truck passes has room to move, and that room can be taken away.
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The starting price for Aluminium Window Seal Replacement, the commonest fix. One fixed price per window, supplied and fitted.
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- window pane rattling
- sliding window rattle
- how to stop window glass rattling
The short answer
Window glass that rattles usually has glazing rubber that has shrunk. That is the rubber strip that holds the glass firm. A missing strip around the glass, worn rollers or a loose lock can also cause it. Fixed early, the glass itself is usually still fine.
The useful distinction
Locate whether the pane or complete shutter rattles
Glass rattling inside an otherwise still frame points to glazing rubber or a missing strip. The whole shutter shaking in wind points to rollers, guides or its lock. We listen at the glass edge first because the two repairs use different parts.
Why it happens
Usually one of these 5 things, commonest first. Each one says how to tell, and what we do about it.
The rubber around the glass has shrunk
- How to tell
- The pane buzzes when the wind blows or a heavy vehicle passes. The rubber shows gaps at the corners of the glass. A thin line of dust on the sill often comes with it.
- What we do
- We take out the old rubber and fit new rubber sized to your glass and frame. The pane then sits firm and quiet. While the rubber is out, we check the glass for cracks.
Aluminium Window Seal ReplacementFrom ₹723 / windowSee this fixA strip holding the glass has come away
- How to tell
- A thin strip runs round the glass to hold it in the frame. One length of it is cracked, loose or missing. The rattle comes from that side of the pane.
- What we do
- We set the glass on fresh rubber and fit new strips that match your frame. The corners are cut neatly, so the strips clamp the glass all round.
Loose Window Glass RepairFrom ₹935 / windowSee this fixWorn rollers let the whole shutter shake
- How to tell
- The whole shutter, the part that slides, shakes in its frame, not only the glass. It also slides roughly or sits lower at one end.
- What we do
- We fit new rollers, the small wheels under the shutter, and reset the guides that hold it upright. The shutter then sits level and still in its track.
Aluminium Window Roller ReplacementFrom ₹808 / pairSee this fixThe lock holds the shutter too loosely
- How to tell
- The window is locked, but the shutter still knocks when the wind pushes it. You can move it a little by hand against the catch.
- What we do
- We move the keeper, the part the catch goes into, so the catch pulls the shutter snug. If the catch itself has worn, we fit a new one.
Aluminium Window Lock ReplacementFrom ₹723 / lockSee this fixThe whole window is loose, not just the glass in it
- How to tell
- The glass sits tight in its rubber, yet the window still rattles in wind. The shutters rock in the frame, or the frame moves in the wall when you push it.
- What we do
- Fresh rubber will not quiet a frame that has worked loose or lost its shape. We replace it with a new aluminium sliding window, fixed firmly into the opening, with new rollers and glass bedded in new rubber.
Aluminium Sliding WindowsFrom ₹500 / sq ftSee this fix
What you can check first
These checks are safe to do yourself. A photo or a short video of what you find helps us come prepared.
- On a windy day, listen closely and note whether the glass or the whole shutter makes the sound.
- Look at the rubber around the glass from inside, especially at the corners.
- Look along the inside of the frame for a strip that is cracked, loose or missing.
- Lock the window and see whether the shutter still moves in its frame.
What the repair costs
Every fix on this page, with its starting price before GST. We find which one you need, and you get a fixed price before any work starts.
| Fix | Starting price | How it is priced | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aluminium Window Seal Replacement | ₹723/ window | One fixed price per window, supplied and fitted. | See this fix |
| Loose Window Glass Repair | ₹935/ window | One fixed price per window, supplied and fitted. | See this fix |
| Aluminium Window Roller Replacement | ₹808/ pair | One fixed price per pair, supplied and fitted. | See this fix |
| Aluminium Window Lock Replacement | ₹723/ lock | One fixed price per lock, supplied and fitted. | See this fix |
| Aluminium Sliding Windows | ₹500/ sq ft | You pay this rate for the square feet we measure on site. | See this fix |
Not sure which one it is? Send a photo or a short video. We will tell you what it looks like, usually within minutes, before anyone comes out.
Chat on WhatsAppA photo or a video is enough to startCommon questions
Does rattling glass mean the pane could fall out?
Usually not, while the glass still sits in its frame. A rattle means the pane has room to move. Over time, that movement can chip the edge of the glass. If you can see the glass shift, or a strip has fallen, treat it as urgent.
Will fixing the rattle also cut some of the outside noise?
Usually a little, yes. Shrunk rubber leaves small gaps around the glass. Sound and dust come through those gaps, as well as the rattle. New rubber closes them.
Can I stop the rattle with tape or folded paper?
It may go quiet for a day, but nothing is holding the glass. Tape can also hide a chip or a crack that needs to be seen. Do not push anything between the glass and the frame.
Do only old windows rattle?
Older windows rattle more often, because sun hardens the rubber over the years. Windows that face the afternoon sun usually go first. A window of any age can rattle if its lock holds the shutter loosely.
Related problems
Other problems with the same kind of door, window or fitting, and where to go next.
Windows
- Sliding Window Hard to Slide
- Window Leaking Rain Water
- Gap in Window When Closed
- Window Not Locking Properly
- Window Handle Broken or Loose
- Window Handle Stuck
- uPVC Window Not Closing Properly
- uPVC Window Leaking
- Sliding Window Off Track
- Sliding Window Making Noise
- Window Glass Loose in Frame
- Window Glass Cracked
- Water in Sliding Window Track
- Cold Air Coming Through Window
- Window Whistling in Wind
- Traffic Noise Coming Through Windows
- Heat Coming Through Windows
Get it fixed at your place
We come to you anywhere in Bengaluru and Delhi NCR. We find the cause, and give you a fixed price before any work starts.
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- We check the quality before we leave. Most jobs are done in 3 to 4 days.
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