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RE: Noise, dust, and drafts: city window upgrades worth it?
That’s exactly where I’m at right now - trying to figure out if it’s worth saving up for new windows or just making do. I totally get the sticker shock. Some of those quotes are wild, and it’s hard to know if you’ll actu...
RE: Would you splurge or save on Jeld-Wen windows if you were building from scratch?
That’s interesting - I’ve always wondered if paying extra for the “fancier” windows is really worth it if the install isn’t perfect. Did you notice any difference in noise or energy bills with your middle-of-the-road one...
RE: If you could see your future energy bill: a window replacement time travel story
That’s reassuring to hear about the door sweeps - I keep putting it off because I picture them getting all gunky or falling off. Sounds like it’s actually a pretty easy win for warmth. Did you notice any change in your e...
RE: Why do my windows keep sticking no matter what I try?
That’s interesting about paint buildup - I hadn’t really thought about that before. I just bought my first place last fall, and the windows are probably from the late ’60s, so not ancient, but definitely not new either. ...
RE: Saved my living room window with a DIY crack fix - anyone else surprised by how well those kits work?
I’ve seen a lot of love for those magnetic panels, but honestly, I wasn’t wild about them when I tried ‘em last winter. Maybe it’s just my old house (built in the 40s, so nothing’s quite square), but I couldn’t get a dec...
RE: Is it just me or do new windows barely make a dent in the bills?
I’ve actually wondered about those cameras too, but I’m not sure they’re always necessary. When we moved in, I went around with a candle on a windy day and found a bunch of sneaky drafts that I probably wouldn’t have not...
RE: Keeping City Noise Out: My Step-By-Step Window Upgrade
That’s wild, I always assumed triple-pane would be the magic fix. I’m a little paranoid now - I just moved in and the windows look new but I still hear street noise at night. Is there a trick to spotting those gaps witho...
RE: Which Is Better: Argon or Air Between Window Panes?
Interesting point about the frames making the biggest difference. I always thought the gas in between was where most of the magic happened, but maybe that’s just the marketing talking? We swapped to argon-filled windows ...
RE: Finally Beat the Foggy Window Battle This Winter
Interesting you mention the basement - I actually thought mine was the issue too at first, but turns out it was my bathroom exhaust fan. It wasn't venting properly and moisture was getting trapped in the attic space. Onc...
RE: Installing Windows Way Out in the Sticks - Worth the Hassle?
Totally agree about addressing the root cause first - makes sense to tackle that before investing in new windows. Did reinforcing your foundation take a long time, or was it pretty straightforward? I'm a bit nervous abou...