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RE: Surprised to Learn Simonton Offers 0% Financing? Here’s What I Found
- Gotta agree that the noise drop is real, but it’s not always “library quiet.” I swapped out my 80s-era sliders with Simontons last winter - definitely less street noise, but I still catch the neighbor’s lawnmower on we...
RE: Window financing deals seem kinda sketchy lately?
- Couldn’t agree more. I’ve been through two major window projects over the years and every time I looked at the financing paperwork, my eyes glazed over. The “promotional” rates look tempting, but by the time you add...
RE: Foggy windows driving me nuts - what’s actually normal?
- Foggy windows drove me nuts too - turns out some condensation is just normal, especially in older houses. - I replaced a few windows, barely noticed a difference in warmth. Noise got better, but the drafts stuck arou...
RE: How much time did you spend replacing your windows?
- Been there. First window I ever pulled, the trim basically exploded - guess those 60s nails weren’t coming out quietly. - Couldn’t agree more. I’ve watched a dozen videos and still end up with more caulk on my hands t...
RE: Keeping street noise out: what works for sealing old windows?
- Couldn’t have put it better. Old windows are a constant reminder that patience is a virtue (and insulation is expensive). - I’ve lived with “character windows” for decades. Draft snakes, weatherstripping, caulk - you...
RE: How I spotted a shady window installer (and what tipped me off)
- Had similar issues after trying to “fix” my old windows - sometimes it just doesn’t cut it, no matter how much caulk or weatherstripping you throw at the problem. - Interior storm panels helped here too, but I’ll admit...
RE: Swapped out my drafty windows for Harveys - worth it?
- Price tag was rough, but the energy bills dropped a bit, so it’s slowly paying itself back. - I’ll second the noise reduction - didn’t expect it to make such a difference, but the street traffic is just background hu...
RE: Do triple pane windows make rooms feel darker?
- I noticed the same thing - slight drop in brightness, but not enough to really bother me. - The Low-E coating definitely made more of a difference than the third pane, at least in my place. Some brands had that blue-...
RE: Anyone tried switchable glass for skylights? Worth the upgrade?
- Noticed the same draft issue with a bathroom skylight - installer swore it was sealed, but I found a gap months later. Quick fix, but annoying. - The rain noise reduction is interesting... I always figured glass is gla...