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140 discussionsWindow won't tilt open anymore - here's what I tried
My window decided to stop tilting open yesterday, and after some poking around, I figured out the little metal mechanism inside had slipped out of place. First, I…
Double-hung sash drifting sideways: balance, pivot shoe, or frame issue?
My double-hung sash has started moving sideways as I raise and lower it. One side drops slightly and rubs the jamb, while the opposite side has more clearance.…
Interior storm insert or exterior leak repair first?
If rain is getting past a replacement window, would you use an interior storm insert as a short-term measure, or repair the exterior water intrusion before doing anything…
brand new windows already cracking - anyone else had this happen?
Just got new windows installed about two months ago, and now I'm noticing these thin little cracks popping up out of nowhere. At first I thought maybe something…
Is paying for pro window sealing just hype or actually helpful?
Saw a local news segment about how much energy people lose through drafty windows, and they interviewed a guy who paid a pro to seal his whole house.…
new windows leaking - bad install job or faulty windows?
Just had new windows put in last month and everything seemed fine until that big storm rolled through yesterday. Now there's water creeping in around the edges of…
Wood vs. vinyl windows near the ocean - what’s holding up better for you?
Living a block from the beach, I’m torn between keeping my old wood windows (which look great but need constant scraping and repainting) and switching to vinyl, which…
foggy windows driving me nuts... silica gel packs or drilling tiny holes?
I've got those annoying foggy double-pane windows and read online about two DIY fixes - either putting silica gel packs near the seals or drilling small holes for…
Dealing with steamy windows: dehumidifier or just crack the window?
Every time I cook pasta or take a hot shower, my windows fog up like crazy. It’s not even that cold outside - just humid, I guess? Anyway,…
Why does mold love window sills so much?
Here's something I found out recently that kinda blew my mind: mold can actually start growing on window frames within just 24-48 hours if there's enough moisture and…
