You nailed it about older homes and nothing being square—sometimes I think these walls are actively trying to mess with me. I’ve seen chunky trim save...

I’ve run into that same problem more times than I can count—old plaster just loves to show off every flaw once you put in crisp new windows. I’ve had ...

Those calculators definitely lean optimistic, but I've had a few clients who tracked their bills pretty closely. Surprisingly, some saw savings closer...

I get the appeal of curtains and weather stripping, but honestly, triple-pane windows aren't always just hype. Sure, they're pricier upfront, but in m...

Cellular shades really are the unsung heroes of window insulation, aren't they? I've installed plenty over the years, and customers usually start out ...

Haha, your mouse nest story brought back some memories. I once pulled off some trim and found an entire ant colony behind it—talk about a surprise. I ...

Great point about hidden moisture sources—I've seen that happen more times than I'd like to admit. Condensation can be sneaky, and sometimes insulatio...

Glad to hear the silicone spray worked out for you too. I totally get the hesitation—white frames can be unforgiving, and I've seen my fair share of D...

That's a solid point. I've actually had a few clients go down the defogging route recently, and the results were surprisingly decent. One homeowner wa...

Good catch on that Marvin window—though honestly, a quarter-inch off isn't always a deal-breaker. I've had a few installs where the opening itself was...