kimpaws878
kimpaws878
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RE: Could a magical payment plan finally get me new windows?

You nailed it with the checklist—most folks skip that step and then get burned by some weird clause or late fee. I’ve seen plenty of “zero interest” d...

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RE: Tried silica gel packs for foggy windows—worth it or just a gimmick?

Had a customer try those packs in their double-pane windows last summer—same story, really. They slowed the fog, but never actually cleared it up. I a...

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RE: Keeping window glass dry: what actually works?

Yeah, I’ve seen this a lot. Heavy curtains do help with drafts, but they can definitely make condensation worse if there’s already moisture in the roo...

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RE: Little trick for keeping icy drafts out with older windows

Plastic film is the classic go-to, but I’ve always wondered if it’s really worth the yearly ritual—especially with how cloudy it gets. I’ve tried the ...

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RE: Quick fix or full swap: What’s easier with busted window handles?

Honestly, after 20+ years poking around in old sashes, I’ve yet to see any “universal” handle that lines up right out of the box. Even the ones that s...

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RE: Window Swaps on a Shoestring: Saw This in the News

That’s pretty much been my experience too. I’ve done the weatherstripping and foam tape—honestly, sometimes I wonder if it’s more about giving yoursel...

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RE: Keeping wood windows healthy—any tricks to stop them rotting?

I keep seeing borate treatments pop up in discussions, but I’ve never been fully convinced they’re worth the extra effort unless you’re dealing with a...

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RE: Why Do My Aluminum Windows Always Sweat in the Morning?

I get the towel thing, but doesn’t it feel like just treating the symptom? —I’m not totally convinced we have to just live with it. Have you looked at...

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RE: What do you do with old window frames and glass?

Polycarbonate can definitely yellow, especially the cheaper stuff or if it’s not UV-treated. I’ve seen a few greenhouse panels turn pretty cloudy afte...

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RE: Getting approved for window financing: how strict are they really?

That’s pretty much what I’ve seen too—lenders are way more interested in your debt-to-income than most folks expect. Credit score matters, but if your...

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