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RE: Do window insulation kits actually make a noticeable difference?
For older or drafty windows, the biggest improvement from these kits often comes from sealing air leaks around the sash and trim, not just from the plastic adding insulation. The trapped air layer does help, especially o...
RE: My Experience With Pella Windows - Worth the Hype?
The six-month savings comparison really does need those controls, especially weather, thermostat settings, and utility rates. Would it also be useful to track indoor humidity and condensation before and after installatio...
RE: window insulation at altitude - argon, krypton, or plain old air?
The installer’s recommendation may matter less than whether the units were actually specified for 6,000 ft. Is the pressure mismatch, rather than argon itself, what can stress the seals or cause bowing? I’d qualify the ...
RE: What surprised you when taking out old vinyl windows?
Pulled out a window in my ‘68 ranch and found a bunch of old socks and rags crammed in the gaps. Honestly, nothing was moldy or chewed up, just dusty. I get what you’re saying about overthinking - sometimes the “wrong” s...
RE: Worth it to splurge on triple-pane windows or stick with double?
We swapped out our old single panes for double-pane a while back and I was surprised how much condensation still built up in winter. The cold glass just seemed to attract it. After we replaced the north-facing ones with ...
RE: How I got my windows to darken automatically (sorta DIY)
Funny you mention the heat gun - I tried just the squeegee at first, but those edges kept popping up. Gave in and borrowed my neighbor’s heat gun, and it actually made a big difference on the corners. Did you notice any ...
RE: What surprised me about high-end window brands (hint: it's not just the glass)
It’s wild how every “premium” window ad makes it look like you’ll just pop them in and suddenly your house is airtight and square. Meanwhile, I spent more time shimming than actually installing the windows. Anyone else f...
RE: Did new windows actually save you money (or just look nicer)?
Funny you mention condensation - I was a little worried about that too, since my old windows would fog up like crazy in winter. With the new ones (double-pane, nothing super fancy), I actually get way less condensation, ...