Had a similar experience myself. Tried the DIY reseal kit from the hardware store—spent a whole weekend on it, thought I'd nailed it. Looked crystal clear for maybe 6 months, then slowly started fogging again. Warranty ended up being my saving grace too, thankfully. Honestly, sometimes it's just better to bite the bullet and get replacements rather than messing around with temporary fixes...lesson learned the hard way, haha.
"Honestly, sometimes it's just better to bite the bullet and get replacements rather than messing around with temporary fixes...lesson learned the hard way, haha."
Totally get where you're coming from, but have you considered professional resealing services? DIY kits can be hit or miss, but I've seen pro reseals hold up surprisingly well—sometimes even years. Might be worth checking out before jumping straight to replacements, especially if budget's tight. Did your warranty cover full replacement or just repairs? Curious how different companies handle this...
Yeah, replacements are definitely the safest bet long-term, but I've seen pro resealing work wonders too. Had a client who opted for professional reseals on several windows about three years back, and they're still crystal clear—honestly surprised me how well they've held up. Warranty coverage varies a ton though; some manufacturers cover full replacements no questions asked, others just repairs or partial costs. Always worth double-checking the fine print before making a decision...
Just went through this myself—first-time homeowner here, so warranty fine print is basically my new bedtime reading. 😂 Turns out mine only covered partial repair costs, but the reseal job actually worked surprisingly well... fingers crossed it stays clear!
Went through this a couple years back—my warranty didn't cover anything at all, unfortunately. Ended up biting the bullet and replacing two panes completely. Cost more upfront, but honestly worth it since they've stayed crystal clear since. Resealing can definitely buy you time though... just keep an eye out for moisture sneaking back in after temperature swings or heavy rain.
Warranty coverage can be tricky—often hinges on the fine print about seal failures vs. condensation issues. Curious, did you notice if your windows had argon gas fills? Those tend to fog quicker once the seal goes...
Argon-filled panes do fog up noticeably when seals fail, true, but honestly, I've seen plenty of standard air-filled windows fog just as badly. In my experience, it's less about the gas type and more about the quality of the sealant and installation. I've replaced windows barely five years old that were argon-filled and supposedly "premium," yet others with plain air lasted decades without issues. Warranty fine print aside, proper installation and good materials usually trump gas fills every time.