I get the concern about tight fits and shifting frames, but honestly, a snug install with some extra caulk isn’t always a bad thing. In my experience,...

That matches a lot of what I see out in the field. Swapping out old single-pane windows for Energy Star ones—especially in drafty, older homes—can mak...

You’d be amazed how many times I’ve pulled out old windows and found, well, basically nothing filling the gaps—sometimes just a wad of newspaper or a ...

Couldn’t agree more with this. I’ve seen so many folks bank on south-facing windows to “fix” a cold house, and then get frustrated when it’s still dra...

I’m with you—humor works wonders when things go off the rails. Last month, we had a bay window job where nothing lined up, and I was ready to lose it....

That’s a fair concern. I’ve seen some of the early flexible tapes lose their grip after a few years, especially on south-facing walls that bake in the...

Yeah, I totally get the frustration with the tape routine—it’s really just a temporary fix for most older windows. I’ve seen people get better long-te...

Funny how airtight can be a double-edged sword, right? I get the urge to crack a window—seen it plenty after installs. But honestly, I’d argue that’s ...

Funny, I’ve seen both joints go sideways when the humidity swings, but I’m with you—miters just look cleaner in most rooms. I did my sister’s living r...

That’s a fair point about color not always matching old trim perfectly—seen that a lot, especially with mid-century houses like yours. But honestly, t...