Honestly, couldn’t agree more. No window upgrade is going to be flawless, especially in older brick homes where nothing’s square and everything’s got ...

You nailed it—labor costs aren’t just about money. I see a lot of folks underestimate how much goes into getting a window plumb and square, especially...

I’ve definitely dabbled with the waterborne alkyds—mainly when the homeowner’s adamant about low odor or quick turnaround. They’re a nice compromise, ...

Had a client with the same issue—mid-century ranch, “efficient” windows, yet frost every winter. Honestly, ventilation played a bigger role than they ...

That's a solid point about condensation—seen it plenty of times myself. But I'd still lean toward checking the flashing first, especially if the issue...

Totally agree on acoustic glass being a huge upgrade over curtains. One thing I'd add though—before you dive into replacing frames, check if your curr...

Totally agree on cellular shades being the real MVP for insulation. Installed some in a client's sunroom last winter, and they joked about finally bei...

Good points there—weatherstripping and caulking can indeed work wonders if drafts are your main issue. But one thing to consider is that older windows...

Simonton makes solid windows, no doubt, and I've installed plenty without complaints. Fiberglass does have that slight advantage with thermal stabilit...

Funny you mention that—I've actually noticed the opposite around here. Andersen dealers seem to be popping up more often, but ironically, it's the sma...