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RE: Would you splurge or save on Jeld-Wen windows if you were building from scratch?
That’s pretty much how I handled it too, honestly. We did a major reno about five years back and went with Jeld-Wen’s mid-level series. I remember standing out there in November, freezing my tail off, making sure the guy...
RE: Windows that won’t break the bank (or your off-grid dreams)
Plexi’s a beast, isn’t it? I remember my first time trying to cut it with a jigsaw - thought I was being clever, but ended up with a wavy mess and plastic shavings everywhere. Still, you’re right: it does keep the wind o...
RE: How do you usually fix stuck or squeaky window locks?
Candle wax actually brings back memories - my dad used to rub it on sticky dresser drawers, and I tried it on a window lock once out of desperation. Didn’t seem to make a huge difference, but it did smell kind of nice fo...
RE: That time I learned the hard way that “dry heat” isn’t always better
That’s been my experience too. I remember putting a bowl of water by the heat vent, thinking it’d make a big difference. The hygrometer barely noticed, but my nose definitely did. Sometimes I think it’s more about air mo...
RE: Why does fixing a single window cost so much?
I wrestled with the same thing in my 1928 bungalow - thought a sash kit would be the “easy button,” but it was still a bit of a project. The kit itself was straightforward, but my frames weren’t close to square and I had...
RE: Swapping Out Old Windows in the Mountains: Worth It or Just a Headache?
That “every board is a surprise” line nails it for me. When I first moved into my place - about 7,500 feet up, built in the late ‘60s - I thought swapping out the old single-pane windows would be a quick weekend project....
RE: Dealing with foggy windows: replace the glass or just reseal?
Had a similar situation a couple years back with the windows in our sunroom. I tried one of those defogging kits after watching a YouTube video - figured it was worth a shot before shelling out for new glass. It looked b...
RE: Quieting down city noise: which window upgrades actually work?
Rain definitely seems to make everything louder for me too - like the street noise just bounces around more when it’s wet out. I spent a few weekends wrestling with foam tape and caulk, trying to plug every drafty spot i...
RE: CAN YOU REALLY DOUBLE DIP ON REBATES AND TAX CREDITS?
That stack of forms thing is way too familiar. When I did my own mini-split install, I spent more time chasing down rebate paperwork than actually hanging the unit. And yeah, the prepaid cards - they look like spam half...
RE: Tough weather and windows: paint or aluminum cladding?
That bit about squirrels chewing through composite made me laugh - had a similar run-in here. They got into a corner of my back porch sill and basically treated it like a snack bar. I’ve wondered if there’s anything tho...