I’ve been down this road more times than I can count. Matching hardware on older windows is a pain—especially when you realize every window in the hou...

I get where you’re coming from on making them spell out every detail, but I’ll play devil’s advocate: sometimes the companies that seem “cagey” are ju...

Yeah, those demo videos are wild—makes you wonder if they’re using magic windows or just editing out the struggle. I’ve had to chisel out old sashes m...

That maintenance clause is definitely a headache. I’ve had to go back and re-caulk a few windows just because I missed a tiny spot the first time—felt...

I’ve wrestled with this exact thing. We tried those little wedge-style window stops first—super easy to install, but honestly, my daughter figured out...

Had a similar experience myself—turns out frames in taller buildings can shift slightly due to wind pressure and building sway over time. Did you noti...

I've dealt with similar shrinkage issues, and honestly, salty air usually causes more surface damage than edge shrinkage. I'd lean towards wood moveme...

Closed-cell definitely has its advantages, but I've had decent luck with open-cell foam in colder climates too—provided it's installed correctly. The ...

Good points overall, but I'd caution against being too flexible on brand or style just to save a few bucks. I've found that leftover stock or canceled...

Did my own windows about two years ago, and honestly, it's doable if you take your time. The trick is all in the prep—measure twice (or three times), ...