Installation quality definitely plays a huge role, but I'd hesitate to say it matters *more* than brand or specs. In my experience, even the best inst...

Good points here, especially about uneven window frames—I've seen a lot of older homes where the openings are off by quite a bit. Acrylic inserts can ...

Good points about the harsh cleaners—I've seen similar issues on several jobs. Andersen windows have a specialized coating that can react negatively t...

That's a good point about older fixtures being easier to refurbish. I've noticed the same thing when working on old window hardware—those brass gears ...

Haha, this made me chuckle—I've heard similar comments from clients after window upgrades. It's funny how removing one type of noise just highlights a...

Same here—I was skeptical at first, but after years of working on older homes, I've found that even basic trim jigs can significantly streamline the p...