Totally agree about shrubs. We planted a thick hedge along our front yard a few years back, and the difference was surprisingly noticeable. Acoustic g...

Totally agree on the shrink-film tape issue—had the same thing happen last winter. A couple things I've found helpful: - Clean frames with rubbing al...

Good points there—I've had privacy glass for a couple years now, and I've noticed similar problems: - Mine didn't haze exactly, but it got these odd ...

Been there myself—spent half a Saturday chasing a leak only to find the weep holes gunked up with paint and dirt. Definitely second the flashing check...

Masking tape's a solid trick, definitely helps keep things tidy. A couple other things I've learned the hard way: - Keep a damp rag handy—silicone ge...

Haha, I've had similar near-order experiences. Voice assistants definitely have their quirks. Eve sensors are pretty solid—I agree they're responsive ...

Honestly, the slight delay isn't that bad—I tried them at a home expo. My main gripe was cost vs practicality; good blinds still do the job cheaper an...

- Had Costco do windows at my place a few years back... quality was solid, but communication was a bit spotty. - Subcontractors showed up late twice, ...

Sounds like you've got the basics covered pretty well. A couple things I'd add from experience: - Don't just measure the opening—also check if it's s...