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RE: What should a window-header repair estimate include?
Separate the estimate into opening and temporary protection, structural labor and materials, and finish restoration. The last category can vary substantially depending on how much wall, trim, exterior cladding, and paint...
RE: Triple pane vs double pane windows: worth the upgrade or just extra cost?
That’s been my experience too - people focus on glass ratings but ignore the weak link, which is usually the frame or install. I’ve retrofitted both wood and vinyl frames in different climates, and honestly, a tight, wel...
RE: IF YOU COULD UPGRADE YOUR WINDOWS TO A DIFFERENT GAS, WOULD YOU GO FANCY OR STICK WITH BASIC?
That’s a key point. In my experience, most older homes bleed energy through gaps and frames way more than through the panes. I’ve always wondered: for folks who do go with krypton or even triple-pane, do you notice a com...
RE: Impact glass vs. shutters for storm season - what’s your pick?
Interesting take on the insulation side - most folks just focus on the storm protection and forget about how much heat transfer matters, especially in older homes. Have you noticed any difference in noise with your doubl...
RE: Would You Share Pics If Your Window Swap Made Your House Look Totally Different?
Matching the new windows to the old trim was trickier than I expected. I actually ended up custom milling a few pieces to get the profiles right - off-the-shelf stuff just looked wrong. Did you run into any weird gaps or...
RE: Tips for taking out old windows without wrecking your walls?
Funny you mention the dust - every time I think I’ve sealed off a room well enough, I still end up vacuuming for days. One thing I started doing is using a shop vac with a HEPA filter right next to where I’m working, alm...