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elizabethj42
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RE: Storm-resistant glass: worth the hype or just marketing?

Honestly, that’s one of the best perks nobody talks about. I swapped out my old leaky windows for storm-resistant glass last winter, and while my heat...

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RE: Fixing up a sagging window frame—worth DIY or call a pro?

Yeah, the draft thing is real. I tried patching up a sagging window in my last place—just added some weatherstripping and shims, but it didn’t do much...

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RE: Swapping old windows for new: did your curb appeal actually improve?

I get what you mean about insulation making a bigger difference in comfort. I swapped out my old single panes for double-glazed windows last winter, a...

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RE: Thinking about Simonton windows—worth it or nah?

That’s the truth. We had to shim one of our old window frames just to get the new sash to fit right—definitely not a perfect fix, but it helped with d...

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RE: When is a foggy window just weather, and when is it a problem?

That’s spot on—just a little fog is pretty normal, especially if you’re running heat and it’s cold outside. But when you start seeing water actually c...

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RE: Stormy nights and soggy sills—a coastal homeowner's dilemma

That’s true for sure, but I gotta say—sometimes even the best prep just isn’t enough if the design’s working against you. My place is all original 196...

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RE: Finally Beat the Foggy Window Battle This Winter

I tried bubble wrap on my basement windows last winter, and it definitely helped with drafts, but yeah, it looked pretty goofy from outside. My neighb...

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RE: Window letting in cold air—any quick fixes?

Caulking definitely helps, but honestly, I've found weatherstripping tape to be even quicker and less messy. Caulk can sometimes crack or peel if your...

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RE: Thinking about privacy glass for home windows—worth the hype?

Interesting to hear your experience with privacy glass. I agree, it's great for aesthetics and privacy, but when it comes to heat control, the type of...

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