I’ve actually lined a couple of boxes with that thin foam insulation before, and it did help keep the soil from freezing up so fast in early spring. B...

Interesting take on oil primer—personally, I’ve had good luck with some of the newer waterborne alkyds. They’re not quite as bulletproof as old-school...

That’s interesting, because I’ve actually seen a pretty mixed bag when it comes to window upgrades. You’re right, triple-pane can make a huge differen...

I hear this a lot—window quotes can be brutal, and honestly, the payback isn’t always as fast as people think. I’ve seen folks save maybe 10-20% on th...

I hear you on the foam headaches. I used to be a foam-everywhere guy, but after chasing down some mystery drafts in a 1970s split-level last winter, I...

That’s been my experience too—sometimes less really is more when it comes to cleaners. I’ve seen folks go at old woodwork with heavy-duty stuff and en...

That's interesting, because in my experience, storm windows can vary a lot depending on how they're installed and the type you choose. If they're not ...

Low-E coatings do help, but honestly, they're not always a night-and-day difference. I've seen some homes where the orientation and shading made way m...

Yeah, totally agree with this. Another thing worth mentioning is to double-check your rough opening measurements after removing the old window. I've s...

Cellular shades are a solid recommendation, especially if you're dealing with large windows. I've installed them in quite a few homes, and clients oft...