Had a job last fall where the homeowner tried to patch up his old aluminum sliders with foam and caulk. Looked fine for a month, then the first rain h...

Heat gun’s my go-to unless the trim’s already dust. Ran into a 1920s place last winter—paint was layered on like frosting, but the wood underneath jus...

Yeah, I’ve had jobs where a frame looked like firewood but turned out solid after a bit of work. I’ll admit, sometimes it’s just not worth the time—es...

I’ve actually seen a few folks try car wax on old aluminum storm windows, but I never bothered myself. One customer swore by it—said it kept the frame...

I get where you’re coming from on the aluminum, but honestly, I’ve seen those frames get crazy hot in direct sun—like, can’t-touch-them-without-gloves...

Interesting take, but I'd say the energy savings can vary quite a bit depending on your home's insulation and climate. Had a client last year who swap...

Fiberglass definitely holds up well, but honestly, I've seen some pretty impressive results with insulated curtains too. Had a client last summer who ...

I've worked on a few high-rise apartments, and honestly, external shutters or screens can be more trouble than they're worth. Had one client who fough...

Had a client last winter who was convinced triple-pane windows would solve all their cold spot issues. Honestly, the improvement was noticeable, but w...

Tried those film kits once at my own place during a brutal cold snap. Honestly, wasn't impressed. They helped a bit with drafts, but installation was ...