pat_carpenter
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RE: Why does mold love window sills so much?

That’s the worst—like, you’re expecting a little dust, not a petri dish. I’ve seen sills so rotten you could poke your finger through. Ever tried thos...

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RE: Do DIY glass repair kits actually work or just a temporary fix?

Totally get where you’re coming from—those kits are kind of like duct tape for windows. They’ll hold things together for a while, especially with tiny...

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RE: GEAR THAT SAVED MY BUTT DURING WINDOW SWAP—WHAT’S YOUR CAN’T-LIVE-WITHOUT?

Suspenders always seemed like a good idea until I tried squeezing behind a stack of old storm windows—got snagged and nearly took the whole pile down ...

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RE: Why sealing windows near the ocean is trickier than you’d think

Honestly, I hear you on the “set and forget” dream. I’ve lost count of how many times I’ve had to mop up after a sneaky hose leak. Plumbing mods alway...

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RE: Window fails in the news: That viral “backwards glass” install

That backwards glass viral clip cracked me up, but I’ve definitely had my own “doh” moments. One time I was so sure I had everything lined up right—tu...

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RE: What would you do if your window guy suddenly changed the price?

Man, the “surprise math” line got me. I’ve been on both sides—installing and getting stuff installed—and it’s wild how often these little contract loo...

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RE: If these walls could talk: windows that changed everything

Yeah, that’s the truth—old windows are like cranky old neighbors: you’ve gotta approach ‘em slow and gentle or they’ll give you grief. I’ve tried all ...

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RE: Keeping the dust down when pulling out old windows

Been there. I once found plaster dust in my toaster a week later. Drop cloths help, but honestly, plastic sheeting taped around the work zone is a gam...

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RE: Can skylights and patio doors count for those energy tax credits?

Yeah, those labels are a nightmare. I’ve been doing this for years and half the time I’m squinting at the sticker, trying to remember if the U-factor ...

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RE: Windows icing up again—time for an upgrade or ghost story?

Haha, love the ghost theory—I mean, who wouldn't want to blame interior design choices on paranormal activity, right? But seriously, good call on the ...

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