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RE: Window Replacement Costs & Recommendations for 1980s Tampa Home?
I got a quote from RBA (Renewal by Andersen) for 8 windows: $28,000 – promptly said NOPE. Ended up doing $9,500 with another company for similar number of windows. Just reiterating what others said: shop around.
RE: Stylish and Smart: Window Design Ideas for Tampa Bay Homes
Has anyone chosen between double-hung vs. slider windows for their replacement and have thoughts on that? Most Tampa homes I’ve seen have single-hung or slider windows (sliders especially in 60s-80s ranch homes and condo...
RE: Choosing Energy-Efficient Windows in Florida's Heat and Humidity
Hi all, chiming in with a longer-term perspective. I live in Dunedin (Pinellas County) and we installed energy-efficient windows about 10 years ago (back in 2015). Ours are double-pane vinyl windows with Low-E (I believe...
RE: Easy ways to keep your windows from aging too fast
UV films are a great idea, but honestly, before jumping into window replacements, I'd suggest checking out some simpler stuff first. Have you tried sheer curtains or blinds? They diffuse sunlight without blocking your vi...
RE: what to do with those old windows lying around?
Fair points, but honestly, I've had an old window coffee table for about three years now - no mods, original glass - and it's held up surprisingly well. Granted, I don't have kids jumping around or anything, but regular ...
RE: Replacing windows yourself - is it worth the hassle?
Yeah, vinyl siding here too, and I totally get that anxiety about cracking it. I ended up using a similar method - putty knife first to loosen things up, then gently prying with a flat bar. Definitely slow going, but wor...
RE: how do you guys usually get rid of old windows and glass safely?
The tarp idea is something I wish I'd thought of earlier. I usually just spread out some old sheets or towels, but glass shards always manage to sneak through somehow. Cardboard boxes have worked okay for me too, but lik...
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RE: anyone else had issues with Jeld-Wen doors/windows?
Had something similar happen with my patio doors from Jeld-Wen. Not condensation, but the sliding mechanism started sticking after just a year or so. Tried cleaning out the tracks step-by-step - vacuumed first, then wipe...