- 100% agree with this: - Seen plenty of “high-end” windows underperform just because someone cut corners on the flashing or skipped caulking. - Th...

- Blackout curtains do more than just block light—they help with heat, but only if you get the thick, insulated kind. The cheap ones are mostly for da...

- Agree, a parts list isn’t a cure-all. Half the time the issue’s not obvious, especially with older or discontinued hardware. Photos help more than a...

- I’ll push back a bit on shrink-wrap film—yeah, it blocks drafts, but in older homes with really uneven frames, it just doesn’t seal as well as peopl...

- Right there with you—installation quality is huge. Even the priciest windows won’t save you from drafts if the crew cuts corners or skips the detail...

- Yep, caulking's good for drafts, but ice buildup usually means your window's insulation is shot. - Double-pane vinyl or fiberglass windows are the r...

Exactly this. Installed film at my own place first—thought it'd be enough—but after one rough storm, switched to accordion shutters. Night and day dif...

Fair point, but honestly, I'm not convinced waiting a couple years will make a huge difference price-wise. Smart windows like SageGlass and View have ...

Yep, spot on. Moisture absorbers are okay-ish for small enclosed areas, but windows need something more solid. I usually tell folks to check their ven...