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RE: Battling drafty windows - what actually works in winter?
Honestly, I’ve patched and sealed more windows than I can count, and every year it’s the same story - something works for a while, then you’re back at it. I’ve seen people swear by those shrink-wrap window kits, and they...
RE: Tried Swapping Out My Own Windows - Regret Or Reward?
That’s the truth right there. I’ve been called out to “fix” jobs where the only thing wrong was that someone expected every joint to be laser-straight in a house built during the Hoover administration. You try to get eve...
RE: Anyone actually managed to clear up cloudy window panes at home?
Yeah, those “defogging” fixes never really last, in my experience. Swapping out just the glass is the way to go if you want it done right, but you’re not kidding about the weight. I’ve pulled a few old double panes where...
RE: Thinking about swapping out windows myself - is it worth the hassle?
Those old houses always have a few curveballs. Pulled a window in a ‘52 place last winter and found an old wasp nest plus a handful of marbles - no idea how those got there. You’re right about patience with trim, too. Ev...
RE: Getting the most LEED credits out of window upgrades – worth the hassle?
We’ve swapped out a ton of original windows in older houses, and I’ll say, the paperwork for LEED is never fun. But I’ve seen a few clients get a real bump in comfort, like you mentioned. One job last year, mid-century r...
RE: Keeping warm in off-grid cabins: insulated window upgrades making headlines
Had a job a couple winters back - small off-grid place, client wanted it airtight to save on firewood. We went all-in on insulation and double glazing, but within a month, the windows were foggy and there was that musty ...
RE: Why is taking out old windows such a pain?
Had a job where we pulled out an old window and found a petrified sandwich in the wall cavity - no clue how it got there. Dust is just part of it, but I always run a shop vac as I go. Still, you’ll be cleaning for weeks.
RE: City noise driving me nuts - soundproof curtains or acoustic windows?
Had a client near the freeway who tried curtains first - barely made a dent. Ended up going acoustic windows, and now he says he forgets traffic even exists. Pricey upfront, but seems worth it in the long run.
RE: Window choices when living way up high
Double glazing is solid, no doubt, but honestly I've found that good old-fashioned weather stripping and sealing does wonders too. Worked on a client's condo last winter - 20th floor, crazy winds - and after sealing up a...
RE: Thinking about privacy glass for home windows - worth the hype?
Had a client last year who had similar bubbling issues in their bathroom - thought humidity was the culprit too. Turned out, it wasn't just humidity but the quality of the film and how well it was applied. Cheaper films ...