I get what you’re saying. Smaller crews just seem to care more, maybe because they have to. When I had my windows done, the owner was actually on-site...

Honestly, you nailed it—most of the hassle is just making sure you don’t lose a sticker or forget a photo. I did three windows last spring and almost ...

Totally agree. I’ve tried every tape and seal out there and, yeah, if the frame’s a mess, nothing sticks for long. I’ve had better luck with the V-sea...

Yeah, the tape never sticks for me either, especially when it gets cold and the wood contracts. I’ve used weatherstripping foam on a couple windows—ea...

Yeah, learned that lesson the hard way myself. Got cellular shades thinking they'd keep the place warmer (and they did), but my dog had other ideas. C...

Yeah, totally agree about the sealing part. A couple years back, we had our windows replaced too—went from old aluminum frames to vinyl double-pane—an...

Yeah, you're definitely not imagining it. Polycarbonate panels are great for insulation and durability, but they're usually thinner and lighter than g...

Haha, same here. First time I used backer rod, I jammed it in way too tight thinking it'd seal better—ended up with gaps again after a few months. Les...

Yep, learned that the hard way too. Also worth mentioning—if energy efficiency matters to you, cellular shades are great for big windows. They trap ai...