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RE: Which window brand let you down more: Pella or Andersen?
That’s exactly what I’ve seen, too - doesn’t matter if it’s Pella or Andersen, the install can make or break it. I had a buddy put in some high-end Andersens a couple winters ago and he swore they were draftier than his ...
RE: Saw a study on window longevity - are we doing enough?
Yeah, I’ve done the shrink film thing too - works in a pinch, but once you see condensation or feel cold air sneaking in around the edges, you know it’s just masking what’s really going on. Honestly, sometimes I think we...
RE: How worried should I be about lead paint when swapping out old windows?
I actually think the HEPA filters do make a difference, but maybe not for the reasons people expect. The pricier ones are definitely overkill for a quick job if you’re just swapping out one window or pulling trim, but I ...
RE: Battling drafty windows - what actually works in winter?
I hear you on the dust thing - those edges are like a magnet for every stray fuzzball in the room. I had a similar experience with the magnetic panels last winter. They’re solid for blocking drafts, and honestly, I’ll ta...
RE: Tiny cracks showing up in brand new window glass - normal or bad luck?
Yeah, I’ve run into that too. I had a triple-pane install a couple years back and noticed one of the inner panes had these hairline cracks after a month. Installer swore it was a manufacturing thing, not the install. Out...
RE: Would you put smart tech on every window or just stick with doors?
I totally get it. I went all-in at first, thinking more sensors meant more security, but it turned into a battery-changing marathon - especially upstairs where nobody’s getting in anyway. Now I just stick to the main ent...
RE: Little trick for keeping icy drafts out with older windows
I’ve done the rope caulk trick too - super handy for weird window shapes, especially when nothing else fits right. I hear you on the “not perfect” part though. I still get a bit of draft on windy days. Ever try those shr...
RE: Would you take out a loan just to get new windows?
Yeah, the noise difference is huge - my place is right by a busy street, and after the upgrade, it was like someone hit mute on the world. For energy savings, I kinda expected more too, but honestly, my bills only droppe...
RE: Keeping rain out: Tips for a watertight window install?
Yeah, I hear you on that. Tried peel-and-stick once on an old limestone house - total pain. The stuff just didn’t want to stick, and I ended up with gaps anyway. Liquid flashing was a game changer for me too, but the pre...
RE: Where do you even begin with swapping out old windows?
Totally get where you’re coming from. It’s easy to look at some old wood and think the whole thing’s toast, but a little softness doesn’t always mean you have to rip everything out. When I did mine (mid-century place too...