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RE: Did you know window screens aren’t meant to keep kids (or pets) from falling?
That’s the thing - most folks don’t realize screens are just for bugs, not for stopping a determined pet or a curious toddler. I’ve seen “pet-resistant” mesh hold up a bit better, but it’s still no match for an excited a...
RE: How worried should I be about lead paint when swapping out old windows?
I get where you’re coming from - lead dust is no joke, especially in houses built before the late ‘70s. But honestly, I’ve found that painter’s tape and plastic can work if you double up on the tape and use a heavier pla...
RE: Trimming window openings without wrecking your walls
That’s pretty much been my experience too - every time I tried the “leave a gap” trick, it just became a magnet for pet hair and cold air. I get why folks say to leave room for expansion, but honestly, with decent caulk ...
RE: Keeping the house cool with special window coatings
You’re spot on about the Low-E coatings making a difference, especially in places like Arizona. I’ve seen folks get tripped up by the different types - one that keeps heat inside is great for cold climates, but not so mu...
RE: Simonton vs. Andersen windows - worth the extra cash?
That’s actually been my experience on a few jobs - Simontons are pretty forgiving if your opening isn’t perfect, and you can usually get them squared up without too much headache. The price point definitely makes them te...
RE: Vinyl vs. fiberglass windows in the wild - what’s really easier?
That’s exactly what pushed me to finally swap out my old vinyls - a nasty draft every winter, right around the frames. You could literally feel the cold rolling in, even after weatherstripping. I’ll admit, the sticker sh...
RE: ANYONE ELSE TRIED WINDOWS THAT DON'T NEED CONSTANT UPKEEP IN OFF-GRID PLACES?
Funny thing, I actually swapped out to those “industrial” latches a couple winters back, thinking the same - bigger must be better, right? But I found they froze up even faster than the slimmer ones, probably just more s...
RE: Making fiberglass windows last: what I do to keep them going strong
I hear you on the UV sprays. I tried a couple brands, and honestly, I just got tired of the whole process. Even when I followed the instructions to the letter, I’d still see that chalky haze creeping back by mid-summer. ...
RE: Did you know Andersen has a 100 series made from Fibrex?
I’ve seen that happen more times than I can count - folks get sold on the Fibrex pitch and figure the install’s just a matter of popping out the old window and dropping in the new. Thing is, even a tiny misalignment or m...
RE: Can skylights and patio doors count for those energy tax credits?
Skylights and patio doors can definitely count for those energy tax credits, but it’s not always as straightforward as you’d hope. I’ve run into the same wild goose chase with paperwork more times than I care to admit. T...