Totally get this. I’ve run into sashes where the rot went so deep, you’d just be chasing your tail trying to patch it up. Last month I salvaged a coup...

Totally get where you’re coming from. I see a lot of folks expecting new windows to solve everything, and then they’re surprised when it’s more like a...

Totally agree on layering—curtains really do help. Another trick I've seen work well is sealing up any small gaps around frames with acoustic caulk......

I get what you're saying about triple-pane windows. They're definitely not a silver bullet, but they can really help when conditions get extreme. A fe...

Thermal curtains can definitely help, especially if you get them hung properly like you mentioned. Bubble wrap's actually pretty effective too—though ...

Yeah, cellular shades definitely make a noticeable difference in insulation. I've seen similar results with clients who had large windows facing direc...

Yeah, siding fasteners can definitely cause some weird noises, especially if they're nailed down too tight. I've also seen similar issues when the win...

Rope caulk's a solid suggestion, used it myself on some older windows last winter. Worked surprisingly well, but I did notice it can leave a bit of re...

Yeah, window replacements can definitely hit hard on the wallet. Financing's not a bad route if you can snag a decent interest rate, but be careful—so...