- I’ve seen “storm-resistant” glass hold up, but not always as advertised. Sometimes it comes down to who installs it and how careful they are with the seals.
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That’s probably why you’re not getting drafts—most folks rush that step.“I did spend extra time on the caulking.”
- My neighbor paid a pro, but still had leaks after the first season. Guess even the pros cut corners sometimes.
- Anyone notice if these windows help with noise, or is it just about the weather? I get mixed results in my old brick place.
- Noticed the same thing about the noise. Honestly, I expected more—thought storm glass would block out the street, but it’s just a little quieter.
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“Sometimes it comes down to who installs it and how careful they are with the seals.”
Definitely agree. My install was fine, but my friend’s windows whistle on windy days.
- Old brick seems to let in sound no matter what, at least in my place. Maybe it’s the gaps or just the age.
- Worth it for storms, but noise reduction feels like a bonus, not a guarantee.
Old brick seems to let in sound no matter what, at least in my place. Maybe it’s the gaps or just the age.
That’s spot on—old brick just has a way of letting the outside world in, whether you want it or not. I’ve worked on a few places where even after swapping in storm glass, you’d still hear every truck rumble by. Sometimes it’s not just the windows; mortar starts to crumble, or there are weird little air paths you’d never expect. Did you ever try caulking around the frames? Makes a surprising difference, though it won’t turn an old house into a soundproof box.
As for installs, yeah, I’ve seen too many jobs where folks rush the seals and call it good. That’s when you get that “whistling” on windy days—drives people nuts. But honestly, I still think storm glass is worth it for weather protection alone. The noise reduction is more like a nice side effect than a guarantee, especially if your walls are thin or drafty.
If you’re mainly after quiet, sometimes heavier curtains or adding storm panels does more than the fancy glass. Just depends what bugs you most: storms or street noise?