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Exterior defect

Failed Window Seals

Fogged or moisture-stained insulated glass from a broken thermal seal.

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What it is: Fogged or moisture-stained insulated glass from a broken thermal seal.

Why it matters

Seal failure reduces efficiency and cannot be cleaned away.

Failed Window Seals during a Bloomington MN home inspection

Why it's common in Bloomington

Widespread in Bloomington homes with 1980s–2000s original double-pane windows.

Signs to watch for

  • permanent fog between panes
  • mineral haze
  • condensation that won't wipe off

What we check during the inspection

We note fogged units window by window where visible.

How it's typically corrected

Replace the failed insulated-glass unit or the window.

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