scottt81
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RE: Triple pane windows totally worth it or just marketing fluff?

Our installers used expanding foam around the frames, and honestly, it made a noticeable difference compared to our neighbors who went with fiberglass...

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

Interesting take on the foam gun—I get the appeal of precision, but honestly, I've done fine with disposable cans. Trick is to warm them up a bit firs...

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RE: Window header damage—can I handle this without a pro?

Good call on checking insulation first—it's surprising how often moisture sneaks in and makes things look way worse than they actually are. But honest...

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RE: Hypothetical scenario: freezing temps hit and your windows leak like crazy—what's your DIY fix?

I've actually used weatherstripping tape as a temporary fix before, and it worked surprisingly well. Last winter, we had a nasty cold snap and discove...

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RE: Replacing windows solo—worth the hassle or asking for trouble?

Honestly, patience and double-checking are key, but I've found that using a laser measuring tool made a huge difference. It reduces human error signif...

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RE: WINDOWS ALWAYS FOGGING UP? SAW THIS NEWS PIECE AND NOW I'M CURIOUS

Yeah, I used to think the same until I had to replace an entire wooden window frame because of hidden mold damage. Trust me, it's not just hype. Impro...

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RE: hypothetical scenario: you're renovating your dream home and can only pick window brands from either the west coast or east coast.

I'd probably go West Coast myself, honestly. When we renovated our place a couple years back, I spent way too many hours researching window specs (yea...

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RE: new windows leaking—bad install job or faulty windows?

Had a similar headache myself last spring. Thought I'd bought lemons because the windows were pricey and supposedly top-notch, but nope—it was all abo...

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RE: If your windows could think for themselves, what would you want?

I've thought about this too, especially the auto-tinting thing. My bedroom faces east, and every summer morning around 5:30 am, the sun blasts through...

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