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RE: ONE BRAND FOR ALL YOUR WINDOWS OR MIX AND MATCH? WHAT'S BETTER?
Funny you mention that - I've seen some houses where the “character” just looks like a window aisle exploded. But yeah, matching brands does make life easier when you’re hunting down parts or fixing seals. Had a client o...
RE: Windows that won’t break the bank (or your off-grid dreams)
Yeah, I’ve seen those magnetic acrylic inserts work pretty well, but I gotta admit, I’m still a little skeptical about the long-term moisture thing. I did a job last fall where the homeowner swore by them - looked great ...
RE: NEW WINDOWS, HIGHER HOME PRICE? TRY THIS FIRST
Honestly, I see folks rip out perfectly good windows all the time when a tube of caulk and some patience would’ve done 80% of the job. Not saying new windows don’t help, but in older houses, half the draft is from gaps a...
RE: Tips for swapping out broken window panes at home?
Funny, I’ve run into the same thing with old wood frames - tape just doesn’t want to cooperate, no matter how careful you are. I’ve had better luck with a putty knife as a guide for cutting in, but even then, it’s a bit ...
RE: Figuring out what new windows are actually worth
I hear you on the sticker shock - window quotes can get wild, and those online calculators are honestly a mixed bag. I’ve seen them spit out numbers that just don’t line up with what’s happening in my area. I’ve replaced...
RE: Ever had to make a snap decision in a totally unfamiliar situation?
I’ve seen painter’s tape hold up just fine for quick jobs, but yeah, the second it gets a little too wet, it turns into blue mush. I can’t count how many times I’ve watched it peel off the wall or pipe right when I neede...
RE: Which hurricane windows actually survive a real storm?
I hear you on the material making a difference. I’ve seen jobs where we followed the book on install - level, square, flashed, all that - but the windows themselves just weren’t up to snuff. Sometimes it’s little stuff, ...
RE: City noise driving me nuts - soundproof curtains or acoustic windows?
Interior storms are a decent compromise, I’ll give you that. Installed a bunch of those in older brownstones - folks were surprised how much quieter things got, even if it’s not perfect silence. Still, sometimes the real...
RE: Finally upgraded my windows and loving the results
Haha, ain't that the truth. Reminds me of a client I had a couple years back - he was so excited about sealing up his house for winter, invested in new windows, doors, insulation...the whole nine yards. Come January, he'...