Trickle vents definitely aren't a silver bullet, that's for sure. I've tried them myself and ended up noticing street noise even more clearly at night...

You're right about silicone costing a bit more upfront, but honestly, it's worth every penny in coastal areas. I switched to silicone strips two years...

Privacy glass definitely has its quirks, but honestly, curtains aren't exactly maintenance-free either. I've had my fair share of curtain rods pulling...

Yeah, window companies love burying you in fine print—been there myself. Did you at least get a warranty worth the hassle, or was it mostly fluff?

I've used EPDM tape around windows above grade a couple times, and honestly, I wouldn't recommend it. Did a window replacement on my garage about thre...

Same experience here. I thought double-pane was enough too, but after helping my brother install triple-pane windows at his place (he lives near train...

Yeah, residue from harsh cleaners can really mess things up, especially on higher-end windows like Andersen. Had a similar experience myself—my brothe...

Yeah, caulking alone is usually just a band-aid fix. Flashing tape or proper flashing installation is the real deal—worth the extra effort. Learned th...