Funny you mention the draft—had almost the same thing happen with mine, except it was the installer missing a tiny bit around one of the skylight corn...

That’s so true. I used to obsess over making the caulk look neat, but after a couple winters, I just want the drafts gone. One thing that’s worked dec...

Yeah, that's a good point—nothing stays perfect forever, especially when it's constantly exposed to sunlight and weather. I've used GE Silicone II aro...

I tried the thermal curtain + dehumidifier combo last winter, actually. It wasn't exactly a magic bullet, but it did help quite a bit. Here's what I d...

Totally get where you're coming from. When we upgraded to mid-range, the energy savings weren't massive right away, but over a year, it definitely add...

I've been considering interior storms too, but honestly, film and weatherstripping did more than I expected for my old farmhouse. Sure, they're not as...

When we replaced our siding last year, I tried the cash negotiation route too. Didn't get a hat or mug (jealous!), but they did throw in upgraded insu...

I've been thinking about fiberglass too, actually. My neighbor installed them about three years ago here in coastal Georgia—humidity central—and so fa...

Same experience here. We had painted windows on our west-facing side, and after a couple of hot summers, they started peeling pretty badly. Switched t...

I've been using a dehumidifier for a couple winters now and honestly, it's been a game changer. Just set it up in the evening, empty it in the morning...