Totally agree about the extractor fans—running them a bit longer really does make a difference. I had a similar issue, and at first I was convinced my...

This absolutely needs to be a sticky (if it isn't already)! The wealth of firsthand knowledge here is incredible. I'm so thankful to have stumbled on ...

As a single woman homeowner in Tampa, I want to mention how important respect and communication are. I’ve had experiences in the past (not with window...

I'm actually in Orlando (so not Tampa Bay, but still Florida) and I'm seeing the same kind of issues with contractors here. It must be a broader thing...

Ditto on the "wish I did it sooner." I wasted years fiddling with draft stoppers and ugly storm panels. New windows solved all that in one go.

I live on the 10th floor of a high-rise condo in downtown St. Pete, and we had our windows replaced in 2022. In a condo building, the process can be a...

Quick note on sunlight: if you’re adding big windows or turning a porch into a sunroom, consider how UV rays might affect your interior. We noticed ou...

If you go with a personal loan or HELOC, watch out for insurance that some lenders try to add (like optional credit insurance). It's usually not worth...

@marketing_becky Thank you, that’s really helpful. I’ll make sure any contractor I hire pulls the permit and arranges the inspection. I had no idea th...

Quick question for those who have done this: did you all have to pull a permit for your window jobs? I’m a homeowner in Clearwater (Pinellas County), ...