I get where you’re coming from about fixing leaks first—it’s definitely the low-hanging fruit. But I’ll push back a bit on the idea that triple-pane i...

I’ve wondered about those magnetic sweepers too, but as far as I know, they only work for metal bits—like nails or screws. Glass is non-magnetic, so u...

That attic hatch thing is wild—same story at my place. I thought sealing it would be a one-and-done job, but nope, drafts found new ways in. It’s like...

Had a similar experience here, actually. When I did the back porch windows last spring, it was more paperwork than I expected for just two windows—sti...

I totally get where you’re coming from—double-pane helps, but it’s not a miracle cure. I actually tried adding some heavy blackout curtains after swap...

That’s the thing with old houses—fix one drafty spot, and suddenly you notice another. I had a similar moment after swapping my windows. The street no...

Good points there, but before jumping into replacements, have you tried insulating window film? It's pretty cheap and surprisingly effective as a temp...

I've had good luck with reflective window film—it's pretty DIY-friendly if you're careful applying it. Just make sure to thoroughly clean the glass fi...

Glad to hear I'm not alone in finding thermal liners bulky—thought it was just me being picky. Cellular shades worked well for me too, but did you not...

Yeah, those thermal detectors are surprisingly handy. I thought my windows were solid too—no obvious drafts or anything. But when I borrowed one of th...