Had something similar happen last spring. Spent hours sealing around the window, convinced I'd nailed it. Next storm, water still trickling in. Turned...

I've had mixed experiences with silicone myself. You're right about prep—it's definitely key—but even with thorough cleaning and careful application, ...

As a historic homeowner, I’m relieved to see I’m not alone in worrying about preserving my home’s character. The success stories here (with both big a...

What a fantastic thread! As someone who restored a 1905 home in Tampa Heights, I thought I knew it all – but I still picked up new tips here. This com...

If you have a concrete block house (common in FL), window install may involve different techniques (like concrete screws, sill pans etc.). A knowledge...

Can confirm the dust and mess comments: cover everything or you'll be cleaning forever.

Can confirm the dust and mess comments: cover everything or you'll be cleaning forever.

I went all impact and honestly have no regrets (besides the wallet hit upfront). My house is a 2006 build and I used to have aluminum hurricane shutte...

I had a somewhat different approach. Our home in St. Petersburg had decent-quality frames from the '90s, so we went with insert replacements for effic...

Nice, @donnabaker. My insurance also went down after window upgrades. Every bit helps given how insurance rates are these days.