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RE: How much extra do custom-shaped replacement windows really cost?
The warranty split you outlined also makes me check what happens between removal and delivery. Does the quote include temporary weatherproofing if the old window has to come out before the custom unit arrives? That matt...
RE: How much extra do custom-shaped replacement windows really cost?
For a 36-by-72 opening with a round-top arch, I’d make the measurement process a separate line item in every quote. Ask whether the price includes a manufacturer or installer site measurement and a field template, rather...
RE: GEAR THAT SAVED MY BUTT DURING WINDOW SWAP - WHAT’S YOUR CAN’T-LIVE-WITHOUT?
I get the attachment to an old drill - muscle memory counts for a lot. But honestly, I think there’s a point where stubbornness gets in the way of efficiency. I finally retired my ancient cordless last year after it star...
RE: Things I wish I’d known before swapping out my old windows
Old nails are a nightmare, no kidding. I swear, some of them must’ve been hammered in by someone with a personal vendetta. I get what you mean about epoxy - great for big gaps, but honestly, for tiny holes I just use wha...
RE: Little trick for keeping icy drafts out with older windows
I’ve tried both 1/8 and 1/4 inch panels too, and honestly, the thicker ones did a bit better with the wind noise - less of that annoying buzzing when a storm rolls through. But yeah, condensation is sneaky. Even with wea...
RE: Quick fix or full swap: What’s easier with busted window handles?
Couldn’t agree more about testing the latch before you tighten everything down. I’ve messed that up more than once - spent twenty minutes getting a handle “just right,” only to find out the window won’t lock or is off by...
RE: Do triple pane windows make rooms feel darker?
I get where you’re coming from, but honestly, I haven’t really noticed my triple pane windows making things much darker. Maybe it depends on the brand or coatings? In my small living room, the difference from my old sing...
RE: Why are window headers always such a pain to fix?
I get where you’re coming from. I went through something similar when I tried to retrofit insulation around the headers in our split-level. The theory sounded great - stop those drafts at the source - but actually gettin...
RE: Thinking about privacy glass for home windows - worth the hype?
Yeah, bathrooms are definitely the worst for condensation with privacy glass. I’ve noticed it’s not just the humidity, but also how the glass reacts to temperature swings. In my case, the north-facing bathroom window fog...
RE: Finally upgraded my windows and loving the results
Triple-pane windows definitely help with noise, but honestly, I noticed the biggest improvement in temperature consistency. Before upgrading, certain rooms always felt drafty no matter how high I cranked the heat. Now, e...