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RE: How are you comparing fiberglass window installation quotes?
I’d push back on treating exterior trim and flashing as optional add-ons. If they’re left out of an insert quote, that proposal can look cheaper even though the finished weatherproofing and exterior appearance won’t matc...
RE: How tricky is it to make a window bigger?
Haha, yeah, old houses are wild. I tried to widen a window in my kitchen last year and thought it’d be a quick job... ended up finding some ancient knob-and-tube wiring right where I needed to cut. Didn’t even realize wh...
RE: Little trick for keeping icy drafts out with older windows
I’ve been thinking about trying rope caulk but was worried it’d be a pain to get off later. Good to know it’s not wrecking the paint or anything. I’m in an apartment with some seriously drafty windows, and the plastic fi...
RE: Dealing with sweaty windows: Which Energy Star brands actually help?
That’s actually super helpful, thanks for breaking it down. I keep hearing about triple-pane windows fixing everything, but it seems like you can still get fogged up glass if the air’s just sitting there. I’ve got an old...
RE: What would you do if every window quote was wildly different?
That’s wild about the $75 disposal fee - never would’ve thought to check for that. When you upgraded, did you notice any noise difference too? I live on a pretty busy street, so I’m kinda hoping new windows could help wi...