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RE: Rain sneaking in around my window - caulk or weather stripping?
Yeah, caulk's great until it's not. Had a similar issue myself - thought a quick bead would do the trick, but nope. Exactly this. Ended up redoing flashing and trim... lesson learned the soggy way.
RE: Window choices when living way up high
Rubber pads definitely help, but if you're still feeling vibrations, you might wanna check out your window seals too. I had a similar issue in my old apartment - high-rise living is great for views but not always for pea...
RE: Finally upgraded my windows and loving the results
Good tips on the silicone - wish I'd known that before my first bathroom DIY. I totally agree about painter's tape; it feels like extra work at first, but man, does it save headaches later. Learned that lesson after my k...
RE: Window Contractor Transparency and Sales Experience in Tampa Bay
After following this thread, I ended up going with one of the recommended companies (Karoly) for my own home. They just finished the installation and I am beyond impressed. Everything was exactly as described: no surpris...
RE: Energy Efficiency Results After Window Replacement in Tampa Bay
I’m over in Valrico and replaced my windows about a year ago. I’ve been monitoring my energy bills closely. I have a 1990s-era home that had the original single-pane aluminum frame windows. After installing new double-pa...
RE: Window Replacement Experiences in Older and Historic Tampa Bay Homes
In our two-story 1926 house in Old Northeast St. Pete, the window work meant dealing with the second floor. The crew had to use tall ladders and even set up some scaffolding to reach the upstairs windows safely. One wind...
RE: Experience about replacement window contractors in the Tampa Bay area?
@tigger_river, fair question. I'll share a small hiccup I had: I used Karoly Windows & Doors for my window replacements and overall it was a great experience. The only minor issue was a scheduling delay. They initial...
RE: Window Replacement Financing Options in Tampa Bay
A bit of an aside, but since we're covering all bases: if any readers are in condos or HOAs, sometimes there are programs or group deals. In my condo building in Clearwater, a bunch of units decided to get impact windows...
RE: Window Replacement Financing Options in Tampa Bay
A bit of an aside, but since we're covering all bases: if any readers are in condos or HOAs, sometimes there are programs or group deals. In my condo building in Clearwater, a bunch of units decided to get impact windows...
RE: Noise Reduction and Soundproofing Benefits of New Windows in Tampa Bay Homes
@hcarter30 Thanks for the detailed tips. I actually ordered a window insert for my bedroom to test it out, and it does help a bit more! It's not completely silent, but I'd say the train horn is now less startling at nigh...