July 23, 2026 · @springstosold

Why is one window well rusting when the others look fine?

Why is one window well rusting when the others look fine? Cause #1 is a bolt hitting rebar. Cause #2 is drainage. Painting only works on one of them. Catch drainage rust early and a wire brush plus rust inhibiting primer buys you years. Electrolysis is corroding from the inside, so paint just hides it. Swipe through, whether you’re touring houses or it’s your own well doing this.