kennethmusician
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RE: How thorough are companies about screening window installation crews?

Totally agree. Had something similar happen—crew was quick and professional, but later found a drafty corner. Quick follow-ups or random checks would ...

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RE: Keeping wooden windows alive longer without going broke

Tried both ways myself. Moisture meter was handy, but honestly, switching to poly caulk made the bigger difference. Meter's nice if you're picky, but ...

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RE: Best Windows for Homes Up in the Mountains

Same here—those insulating films surprised me too. Thought they'd be flimsy, but they held up great through some nasty storms last year. Haven't notic...

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RE: keeping windows insulated way up in thin air

Good points above. I live around 8,500 ft and dealt with similar issues. A few things that helped: - Double-pane windows were a must—single panes wer...

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RE: need advice on finding spare parts for old window fixtures

Haha, been there myself...though my adventures usually involve less excitement and more frustration. Agree that salvage yards can be great, but honest...

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RE: WINDOW REPLACEMENT ALMOST COST ME A FINGER - ANYONE ELSE HAD CLOSE CALLS?

Been there myself... those DIY vids always make it look way easier than reality. First time I tried replacing a window, ended up cracking the frame an...

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RE: Triple pane windows—worth the hype or just marketing fluff?

- Totally agree on Marvin—installed them two years ago, zero regrets. - Noticeably warmer rooms, especially upstairs bedrooms. - Also, way less conden...

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RE: argon or krypton gas in windows—worth the extra bucks?

- Had argon windows put in a few years back—definitely noticed less draftiness, but energy bills didn't drop dramatically. - Krypton's supposed to be ...

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