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RE: Planning to replace windows myself - what should I remember?
Haha, yeah, this hits home. I've seen plenty of DIY window installs that ended up looking great because someone knew how to finesse the details. Honestly, you're spot on about leaving some wiggle room - it's way easier t...
RE: Finally found a decent trick to block street noise without replacing windows
I installed acrylic inserts for a client last year, and honestly, the difference was pretty noticeable. We went with the 1/4" thickness - seemed to hit that sweet spot between cost and performance. You're right about tem...
RE: WINDOWS ALWAYS FOGGING UP? SAW THIS NEWS PIECE AND NOW I'M CURIOUS
Definitely agree with this point. I've noticed a few times that clients who keep heavy curtains drawn tight overnight tend to have more condensation issues. Another thing I've found helpful is running ceiling fans or por...
RE: brand installers or independent contractors - who did a better job for you?
I've seen this happen a lot, actually. In my experience, brand installers can be hit or miss because they're often subcontracted and juggling multiple jobs in a day. Independent contractors, on the other hand, usually re...
RE: Triple pane windows actually worth it for noise?
That's a good point about noise traveling through walls and framing. I've seen similar situations where homeowners upgraded windows expecting a huge difference, only to find the improvement was modest because sound was s...