Can fogged double pane windows be resealed?

[white trash wagon]

Looking at a house, but it has several fogged double pane windows. Can those be resealed? Or is it replacement only?

If these can be resealed, what is the typical cost per wiondow?

[Vertnut]

Once the seal is broken and moisture gets in, they're pretty much toast. Replacement cost depends on size and whether the windows are aluminum or vinyl. About $100 per pane will be close. They will be noted upon your inspection. In most cases, the homeowner will replace them or give you an allowance/credit for getting it done.

[Sgt Beavis]

Yea, just ask for a window replacement allowance after your home inspection.

[ceyko]

x3 on above. Technically, the answer is yes but EVERYONE will tell you just to replace them for a 1001 good reasons.

[jameswilson]

We had the same experience with our old windows. We eventually got energy-efficient replacement windows for the whole house. It’s been over a year and we’re really happy. They keep the house cooler in summer and warmer in winter. We’ve noticed some reduction in our utility bills as well.