That’s pretty much where I landed, too. Solar screens did cut the heat, but I couldn’t handle how gloomy everything felt—especially with north-facing ...

Yeah, that's exactly my hesitation too. I've done the whole sealing gaps thing myself—weather stripping around windows, doors, you name it—and it defi...

Couldn't agree more. As a first-time homeowner, I've noticed that the default advice always seems to be "replace it," especially from contractors or s...

That's a fair observation. I've always been skeptical about vinyl windows in harsh climates, mostly due to the common complaints about brittleness and...

Interesting points made here, though I'm still a bit skeptical about vinyl's long-term durability at higher altitudes. When I bought my first mountain...

Had a similar experience myself when I moved into my first home. The previous owners had some "professional" insulation done, and it looked solid at f...