From my experience, the difference isn't always obvious right away, but it shows up over time. Installed some budget windows at my brother's place abo...

Yeah, that's a good point. Even with solid vetting, sometimes the real issue is how companies handle training and oversight after hiring. I've seen cr...

Had a similar experience with a local glass shop a couple years back. They swapped out a pane for me, and within a week it was fogging worse than befo...

Good points about acrylic scratching up—I’ve seen that happen plenty. But tempered glass can still be a pain if you’re hauling it down rough roads or ...

Totally get where you're coming from. I've installed both double and triple pane windows for clients, and honestly, the difference isn't always night-...

Yeah, doors can be sneaky like that. I've had similar experiences—clients spend a ton upgrading windows but overlook doors because they seem solid eno...

I've seen this happen more times than I can count. DIY window replacements seem straightforward until you uncover what's hiding beneath. This is e...

Triple-pane definitely helps, but condensation isn't always just about the number of panes. I've worked on a bunch of mountain homes, and sometimes ev...

Yeah, that's exactly the way to go. I've seen plenty of windows practically welded in place by caulk—it's crazy how tough that stuff can get over time...

Yeah, that 20% figure always seemed a bit optimistic to me too. I've installed thermal curtains in a few older homes, and while clients generally like...