michaelj78
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RE: Double vs triple glazing for energy efficiency - worth the upgrade?
You’re spot on about attic insulation making a bigger impact, especially in older houses. I geeked out over the numbers when I did my own upgrades - double glazing got me maybe a 10% drop in heat loss through windows, bu...
RE: Foggy windows driving me nuts - what’s actually normal?
Yeah, I totally get what you mean about those old vinyl frames. I geeked out a bit and did some thermal imaging before and after swapping mine - honestly, the difference was wild. The new low-E glass kept the room temps ...
RE: Weird hairline cracks showing up on brand new window panes?
Yeah, I’ve chased those cracks around with caulk and foam too, but if the framing’s out of whack, it’s like playing whack-a-mole. Had a window in my last place where the glass cracked twice - turns out the header above h...
RE: Dealing with foggy windows: replace the glass or just reseal?
I’ve been down this road, and honestly, I get why you’re stuck. The resealing thing is pretty tempting since it’s way cheaper upfront, but in my experience, it’s kind of a gamble. I had a company “defog” two windows and ...
RE: How I spotted a shady window installer (and what tipped me off)
Funny thing, I’ve actually seen installers skip the pan flashing entirely and just rely on caulk. Drives me nuts. Caulk’s only as good as the surface it’s on - and it moves, cracks, shrinks. IR cameras are great for find...