Ask Eric: Fixing an Old Window in Historic St. Johns

We’re heading to the historic St. Johns neighborhood in North Portland — home of the iconic St. Johns Bridge and some of the city’s oldest houses. My friend James Sparks has lived here for over 20 years, and like any old Portland home, his place always has a project on deck.

This time, it’s a window fix — and whether you’re dealing with stuck sashes, broken locks, or years of paint buildup, we’ve got some solid advice to help you tackle your own vintage window issues. Sometimes when a home has been remodeled multiple times it makes sense to just remove it.

🛠️ In this episode:

· Real-world repair planning in a 100+ year-old home
· Old homes with multiple remodels can be challenging
· Sometimes your plan doesn’t work and you have to pivot to a new one

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Author: KPTV FOX 12 | Local news, weather Portland, Oregon
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News post in at: May 11, 2025, 3:00 am.

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