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RE: Switchable glass windows: cool tech or just a pricey party trick?

That hum really does become more noticeable in quiet rooms—totally agree there. I’ve also seen the issue with corners getting foggy or not switching c...

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RE: Finally upgraded my windows and loving the results

I upgraded mine about three years ago, and honestly, the comfort factor alone made it worthwhile. Energy-wise, the savings were noticeable but not lif...

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RE: Thinking about upgrading to smart windows—anyone tried View vs SageGlass?

I've had the chance to work with both View and SageGlass over the past few years, and honestly, they're both pretty solid products. But if we're talki...

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RE: Little-known hacks for smoother window installs

Your skepticism is understandable—specialty products often come with inflated claims. Still, I've found that window-specific foams genuinely perform b...

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RE: Budgeting for new windows—how do you approach it?

Definitely noticed a difference in my experience. When I replaced the older single-pane windows with double-pane, low-E coated ones, the improvement i...

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RE: Hypothetical scenario: your window starts leaking during a storm—what do you do?

I've used those quick-seal tapes a couple of times, and they're surprisingly effective as a temporary fix. The key is surface prep—make sure the area ...

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RE: got my window replacement costs way down—anyone else managed this?

Haha, been there... learned the hard way myself. From my experience, big-box stores can be hit or miss because they subcontract out the work, so quali...

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RE: How often do you guys actually clean and check your windows?

I had a similar revelation last fall. I decided to run a thermal camera around the house and was shocked at how much heat loss came from tiny gaps aro...

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RE: clerestory windows or skylights—which gives better natural lighting?

Good points there, especially about maintenance. Skylights can be great for dramatic lighting effects, but from an energy efficiency standpoint, clere...