Totally hear you on the low-frequency stuff—my place is right by a train line, and even after swapping to triple-pane windows, the walls and floors st...

I totally get where you’re coming from. I’ve hung onto a couple old panes after our last reno, and honestly, they’ve bailed me out more than once—bust...

Funny you mention the "patchwork quilt" look—my parents’ place had that for years. But I’ve actually had decent luck with tape, as long as I really ta...

Funny timing—I just finished swapping out a couple of my original 90s windows last fall (went with Andersen too). I was honestly surprised by how much...

Totally get where you’re coming from about the plaster. I tried patching a spot in our hallway last year—figured it’d be an afternoon job, but nope. E...

Had a similar situation when I redid the windows in my 70s ranch. The quote looked padded at first, but when I broke it down, things like haul-away an...

Silicone caulk definitely helps, but have you tried weatherstripping tape yet? Last winter, I had some stubborn drafts sneaking in around my patio doo...

Have you considered regular windows with smart film instead? Installed some myself last year—pretty straightforward DIY, cheaper overall, and they've ...

That's a good point—regular upkeep can definitely stretch the lifespan of most materials. Have you noticed any corrosion spots yet, or has the silicon...

Did you run into any issues with maintenance after installing your wood windows? I went the wood route too—love how they look, but man, the upkeep sur...