rivermiller109
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RE: Sticker shock at the hardware store: are window costs getting out of hand?

I totally get the struggle with window prices—felt like I needed a second mortgage just to replace three in my old 1950s ranch. I went with vinyl for ...

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RE: Surprised to Learn Simonton Offers 0% Financing? Here’s What I Found

Funny you mention condensation—I thought I was the only one playing detective with my windows. Mine seems to show up mostly after I’ve been cooking pa...

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RE: Why does water always find its way in?

Funny timing, I was just cursing at my own basement last week. Every time I think I’ve outsmarted water, it sneaks in somewhere new. Couple years ago,...

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RE: Struggling to pick windows that don’t make my ranch look dated

That’s exactly the struggle I had when I moved into my place—mid-century ranch, all original windows. I loved the look, but man, those winters were br...

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RE: Patched up my drafty window with stuff from the dollar store—anyone else surprised themselves?

Rolled towels are a classic, right? I’ve done that too—sometimes you just need something immediate, even if it looks like you’re prepping for a flood ...

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RE: Windows That Can Handle Ocean Air—Any Recommendations?

Interesting—my cousin’s place is right on the coast, and her vinyl windows still look fine after about 6 years, but she did mention the metal parts st...

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RE: ANYONE GETTING MONEY BACK FOR NEW WINDOWS?

I get where you’re coming from—most folks I know who swapped just a couple windows didn’t see much of a change in their bills either. But I’ve gotta s...

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RE: Swapping old windows for new: did your curb appeal actually improve?

I was honestly more excited about the energy savings than the look, but I hear you on the curb appeal thing. We did white frames, pretty standard, and...

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RE: Regretting my window swap? Thoughts on vinyl replacements

Same here, I noticed the difference in my utility bill right away. But I do wonder, has anyone found vinyl windows actually getting drafty over time? ...

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RE: Can skylights and patio doors count for those energy tax credits?

That decimal point nearly drove me nuts last year. I thought I was set with a “qualified” door, but the SHGC was just a hair off for my region. Had to...

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