Triple-pane gets a ton of hype, but honestly, I’ve seen folks drop big money on them and end up disappointed because the rest of their house is still ...

Yeah, I hear you—battery shades are a headache when you’ve got more than a couple windows. I’ve seen folks try to sneak low-voltage wiring in during r...

It’s wild how inconsistent the process is. I’ve seen banks nitpick bids down to the penny, then turn around and barely glance at city code compliance....

Yeah, that “cold to the touch” thing is just one of those tradeoffs with metal frames. Honestly, I’ve never bought the idea that aluminum with a therm...

Honestly, if there were a magic tool, I’d be out of a job. Every “miracle” gadget I’ve tested either chews up the wood or barely scratches the surface...

I hear you on the “band-aid on a broken pipe” thing with soundproof curtains—couldn’t have put it better myself. Secondary glazing’s not glamorous, bu...

Rope caulk can definitely buy you some time, but honestly, I've found it hit-or-miss in the long run. Had a job last winter where the homeowner swore ...

The hose test can work, sure, but honestly I've found it a bit hit-or-miss. Had one job where we spent ages spraying water, thought we'd nailed the le...

Had a client who insisted on those smart windows last year—top brand, solid warranty, the works. Still ended up calling me twice in winter because the...

Yeah, I agree that triple panes can make a noticeable difference in harsh winters, but let's not oversell it. I've installed plenty of triples, and wh...