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Looking to replace basement window but have a cross beam and board impeding the window. Looks like the purpose of it is to prevent joists from settling.

Mason Hearn of HomeMasons, Inc. PRO answered:

Jan 5, 2021
Looks like this may have been someone's remedy for a deteriorated / rotten mud sill (the flat wooden plate which sits atop the foundation wall, upon which the joists bear).  If that is the case, it is ... read more
Cindy: Sorry I was gone so long...something came up, but I'm back and this time with photos of the arch window!

Bruce Wiegan of BNW Builders PRO answered:

Apr 18, 2015
Definitely looks like a seal failure.  The seal is broken which is causing the cloudy glass.  If the glass is not under warranty you should be able to contact a local glass company to do the repair fo ... read more

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