- Noticed the same with my old aluminum frames—condensation city, even with a fan running. - Yeah, that’s my worry too. Insulation kits helped a bit,...

- Flashing tape helps, but I’ve seen it peel after a few seasons, especially on the sunny side. Maybe it’s just the cheaper brands? - Caulk is good,...

- Can confirm—my cat thinks the plastic is a new toy every winter. Tape holds for a bit, but once it peels, good luck. Honestly, I start counting d...

- 100% with you on this one. That “let the wood breathe” thing never made much sense to me, honestly. - — Same here. Every time I skipped the undersi...

- I hear you on the “clear-ish” look—shrink-wrap is better than bubble wrap, but it’s still a little sad-looking by spring. - Tried all the cheap tric...

- Tried the cracked window thing a few winters back. Worked okay, but honestly, the condensation just shifted to the next coldest surface—usually the ...

- Had the same debate for years—old windows had charm, but I got tired of the constant patch jobs and cold spots. - The quieter house thing is real. N...

- Tried window inserts a few years back. Honestly, they cut drafts but didn’t make as big a dent in my heating bill as I’d hoped. - Custom sizing was ...

Humidity's definitely a factor, but honestly...old single-pane windows are just gonna ice up no matter what you do. Had the same issue for years—final...

Totally agree—caulking helps, but it's not magic. Upgraded mine a few years back, and at first I was skeptical about the cost-benefit ratio. But after...