Fiberglass frames definitely have their perks, but I'm curious—did you consider aluminum-clad wood frames at all? I've heard they offer a nice balance...

Good point about doors—I hadn't really considered that before. When we upgraded our windows (not Kolbes, but similar double-pane ones), we noticed som...

Glad you mentioned silicone—I found it easier to handle too, especially in tight spots. Foam's insulation is impressive, but silicone's flexibility se...

I've tried silicone spray too, but had similar issues with streaking—maybe it's just tricky to apply evenly? Recently, I've switched to using a dry gr...

I've been leaning toward SageGlass myself, mostly due to their track record. View seems promising tech-wise, but I've read about occasional software g...

Reading what @ericrebel396 and @cars575 said about Pro Tech Windows & Doors – I wanted to chime in that I also had a good experience with them. Th...

This thread has become a fantastic resource – kudos to everyone here. It's true that there's no one-size-fits-all answer; it's about what fits your fi...

This thread has become a fantastic resource – kudos to everyone here. It's true that there's no one-size-fits-all answer; it's about what fits your fi...

By the way, are there any tax incentives for doing these window upgrades? I remember hearing something about energy-efficient home improvement credits...

Patience is definitely key from what I’m reading here. I haven't done mine yet, but I'm planning to. Initially I thought I could get new windows in li...