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RE: Big windows vs heating bills—worth it?

I've actually found window films pretty useful even with decent double-pane windows. Sure, the difference isn't dramatic like with single-pane glass, ...

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RE: Easy ways to keep your windows from aging too fast

Good points about ventilation, but I'm wondering if focusing too much on airflow might distract from the actual issue—the windows themselves. Older wi...

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RE: Rain sneaking in around my window—caulk or weather stripping?

Your flashing issue sounds spot-on to me. Had a similar problem a couple years back, and after ruling out gutters and caulking, I discovered it was ac...

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RE: Planning to replace windows myself—what should I remember?

Good point about the spray foam—I've had a similar experience. Last summer, I helped my brother-in-law replace a few windows at his place, and we went...

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RE: Hypothetical scenario: your window starts leaking during a storm—what do you do?

Good reminder about temporary fixes... but I'm curious, has anyone tried those expanding foam sealants around window frames? Heard mixed things—effect...

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RE: Can I Repair Rotten Window Headers on My Own or Am I in Over My Head?

That's a really good point about subtle alignment issues. I've definitely seen cases where everything seemed fine at first glance, but once you start ...

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RE: JUST GOT NEW STORM WINDOWS INSTALLED—WORTH THE HYPE OR NAH?

We had ours installed about three years ago, and they've been through two decent storms since then. Honestly, they held up great—no leaks or damage at...

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RE: window capping: just learned it's not as scary as it sounds

Practicing is definitely helpful, but honestly, marking everything out beforehand might not always save as much frustration as you'd think. I've found...

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RE: Rain Keeps Sneaking Through My Windows—Any Tips?

Yeah, that's a really good point. Caulk is great for sealing gaps, but it's not exactly a miracle worker if there's a bigger issue lurking behind the ...

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