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medicine_zelda
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RE: Storm-proof windows that actually hold up?
Yeah, I’ve been down this road too. My place is a 1920s craftsman and the original windows are beautiful, but man, they’re a pain in winter. I tried the Indow inserts as well - nice for a while, but like you said, the ed...
RE: Ever notice how old houses have weirdly sized windows?
That line made me laugh - so true. I’ve tried to “fix” the quirks in my 1920s place, but honestly, chasing perfect window alignment felt like a losing battle. Did you notice any issues with the walls themselves when you ...
RE: Salt air and window headaches: is it just me?
I switched to fiberglass on the back of my place about five years ago - honestly, I don’t miss the maintenance at all. You lose a bit of that classic look up close, but from the street, nobody notices. They hold up way b...
RE: Replacing old sash cords - worth the hassle or just call a pro?
Tried spring balances once on a rental - honestly, they’re less hassle up front, but I felt like the sashes never moved as smoothly after. Maybe it’s nostalgia, but the old cord-and-weight setup just feels right in these...
RE: Dealing with foggy windows: replace the glass or just reseal?
I hear you on the resealing gamble - tried it myself a few years back and had almost the same result. The fix felt temporary, and the fog came creeping back after a while. Swapping out the IGU was more of a hassle upfron...
RE: Would you take out a loan just to get new windows?
I get where you’re coming from, but I’m not totally sold on the “double is enough” idea for everyone. In my case, we went with triple-pane for a couple rooms that just never stayed warm, even after insulating the walls. ...
RE: How do you guys compare local window contractors vs big national chains for quotes?
That lines up with what I’ve seen. Local guys usually remember the quirks of my old place, and if something’s off, they just come back and fix it - no drama. With the big chains, it’s a lot of forms and waiting, and I ne...
RE: Would you take out a loan just to get new windows?
I get where you’re coming from. Swapping out just a couple windows isn’t going to move the needle much on your bill, especially if the rest of your house is still leaking air like crazy elsewhere. I’ve done window replac...
RE: WHAT MADE YOUR WINDOW QUOTE JUMP? MATERIALS VS. INSTALLATION
Yeah, that's been my experience too. With my 1940s place, the window quote doubled after they opened up the first wall and found rotted sills. I started asking for more up-front detail after that - sometimes they grumble...
RE: Windows that survive thin air and chilly temps
I had the same issue with my 1930s bungalow - those old windows are charming but man, they leak air like crazy. Tried caulking, weatherstripping, and even the plastic film trick. The film helped a little, but honestly, i...