I hear you about the basics getting skipped. The lack of a straightforward manual override bugs me too—especially since every “smart” thing in my hous...

Yeah, same story here. Tried to rescue an old frame with wood hardener and filler, but once the rot sets in, it just keeps spreading. At some point, p...

Yeah, same here. I got triple-pane fiberglass for the energy savings, and they’re definitely better than what I had. But “maintenance free” is a stret...

That’s a really common issue—older houses need to breathe a bit. I’ve looked into HRVs, but honestly, the cost and install seem like overkill for a sm...

Privacy glass definitely has its perks, but I'm curious—has anyone here considered the energy efficiency angle? Frosted glass is great for privacy and...

Totally agree about the thermal curtains—they're way less hassle. Another thing I've found helpful is weatherstripping tape around the window frames. ...

Had a similar experience myself a couple years back—thought I was being cautious by using the "low-expansion" foam around a new patio door. Next morni...

True, airflow helps, but honestly, cracking windows near the beach always feels counterintuitive to me... you're basically inviting in more salty humi...

Yeah, old windows can definitely be sneaky like that. Had a similar experience myself—thought I was just dealing with peeling paint and drafts, but tu...