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RE: When your new windows just won’t close right: a home repair mystery
That’s what I keep thinking too - did people just layer up and deal with it back then? I’m curious, when you put in the new window, did you check if the header or sill is out of level? Sometimes it’s not even the frame b...
RE: How do you usually fix stuck or squeaky window locks?
I get what you mean about graphite not always cutting it, especially with older windows. But honestly, I’ve had some issues with silicone spray too. It’s true it doesn’t attract dust like WD-40, but I’ve noticed it can l...
RE: Stuck between two window installers - would you go with the cheaper or the more established one?
That’s a pretty fair breakdown. I always get stuck on this, especially since my patience for “chasing” contractors is about as thin as the old windows I’m trying to replace. Did the bigger company include any kind of war...
RE: Ever notice how double glazing can cut down on street noise too?
Isn’t it weird how much noise double glazing actually blocks? I always thought it was just about keeping the heat in, but after we got ours done, the street sounded way quieter. But then, I started noticing there’s still...
RE: How much do you actually notice energy savings from special window coatings?
That’s a fair take. I’ve wondered the same thing about perception - if you spend money on something, you kind of want to feel it working, right? I put low-e film on my living room windows last fall, and honestly, the dif...
RE: Torn between Simonton and Pella for new windows - what swayed you?
I totally get the worry about stickiness - my old windows (not Simonton) used to jam every summer. When I put in Simontons a couple years back, they were smooth at first, but I did notice one in the kitchen got a bit sti...
RE: Getting help with window upgrades: what’s actually available?
That’s so true about the paperwork - sometimes it feels like the rebate is just a consolation prize for all the hoops you jump through. I’ve wondered the same thing about what qualifies as “enough” for bigger rebates. Is...
RE: ENERGY TAX CREDIT PAPERWORK IS DRIVING ME NUTS - ANYONE ELSE?
I get where you’re coming from, but I honestly don’t find it as straightforward as just keeping invoices and the certification. Like, how do you really know which documentation the IRS will care about if you ever get aud...
RE: Rain sneaking in around my window - caulk or weather stripping?
Hadn't even thought about alignment... I spent ages redoing weather stripping only to realize the window itself was slightly off. Ever tried adjusting alignment yourself - is it tricky, or am I just clumsy?
RE: Finally Beat the Foggy Window Battle This Winter
Did you notice if the weatherstripping tape held up well over time? I've heard mixed things about durability, especially with cheaper stuff. Curious if you had to replace it again after that first winter or if it lasted ...