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RE: Is the extra price for krypton windows actually worth it?
- I totally get the hesitation on krypton, especially with Midwest winters and an older house. But in my experience, there are a few cases where it actually makes sense to go for it. - If you’ve got smaller window panes...
RE: Comparing double vs triple pane fiberglass windows for keeping the cold out
- Noticed the same thing - my triple panes made a huge difference in comfort, but I was honestly expecting more on the energy bill side. - That’s been my experience too. The payback seems slow unless you’re in a super c...
RE: That awkward moment when your windows need replacing and your wallet says “nope”
- I get where you’re coming from about curb appeal being a low priority, but I do think mismatched windows can actually make a difference - especially with energy bills. - When I replaced a couple of mine (didn’t match...
RE: Anyone actually save money doing their own window installs?
- Totally get where you’re coming from. First-time projects almost always come with those “oops, forgot that” moments and extra hardware store runs. - On the money-saving part, it’s a toss-up for a single window. But the...
RE: Window choices when living way up high
Upgraded Glass but Kept Old Frames - Mixed Results Here I had a similar experience when I upgraded my windows a couple years back. We live pretty high up, and the wind noise was driving me nuts, so we went for pressure-...