kathydiver
kathydiver
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RE: Trimming window openings without wrecking your walls

Had a job last winter where the homeowner insisted on foam—said it was “the best seal.” I warned him, but sure enough, the stuff expanded so much it w...

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RE: Swapping Out Old Windows in the Mountains: Worth It or Just a Headache?

I get why folks do just a couple at a time, but honestly, sometimes it ends up costing more in the long run. Matching up trims and finishes after the ...

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RE: Still looking good after years: aluminum windows holding up

That part right there—balancing on a step stool and wrestling with storm panels—hits home. I’ve worked on a ton of these old aluminum setups, and it’s...

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RE: Regretting My ReliaBilt Choice? Long-Term Durability Woes

Yeah, that latch issue in the cold isn’t just you. I’ve seen it plenty, especially in houses that have settled a bit over the decades. Weatherstrippin...

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RE: Saw a news piece on folks fixing up old aluminum windows themselves—worth the effort?

I get the temptation to just keep patching, but honestly, I’ve seen old aluminum windows hold up better than folks expect if you’re willing to put in ...

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RE: Struggling to keep drafts out—window sealing tape worth it?

Been at this rodeo more winters than I care to count, and I’ll say—old windows are just stubborn. I’ve tried everything you listed and then some. The ...

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RE: Double vs triple pane windows—worth the extra cost or just hype?

I replaced windows for a client a couple years back who insisted on triple-pane throughout their entire house. They were pretty convinced it'd slash t...