I’ve been lurking here and wanted to chime in about my recent project in Pinellas. Lots of great advice already given. My two cents: don’t underestima...

I can totally second what @zshadow38 said, especially about black frames being popular. We just renovated our 1970s beach bungalow in Clearwater last ...

You're definitely not alone—I found cellular shades great initially, but after about a year, mine started sagging noticeably on wider windows. Seems l...

Draft stoppers have worked pretty well for me too—especially in rooms I don't use all the time. Another trick I've found helpful is weatherstripping t...

Totally agree about the flashing—seen way too many horror stories from friends who skipped that step. Another thing I'd add is to make sure your windo...

Totally agree, sometimes simpler is better. I usually start by checking for drafts around the frames on a windy day—just run your hand along the edges...

I had pretty much the same experience as you. Thought sealing and insulation would handle everything, but nope. Here's what I figured out after a coup...

Yeah, learned that one the hard way myself. I remember my first window replacement job—I thought I'd save some cash going DIY. Got everything lined up...

I had a similar experience with attic insulation—not bad, but not exactly life-changing either. Windows, though... totally different story. I replaced...

I've had decent luck with Reliabilt sliders, but honestly, sometimes the sticking issue isn't just shims. Found that a little silicone spray on the tr...