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RE: Vinyl vs Fiberglass Windows for Cold Mountain Winters?

Good call on the triple-pane weight issue—I’ve definitely seen cases where the extra heft caused hardware and alignment headaches down the road. Usual...

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RE: Window letting in cold air—any quick fixes?

Yeah, totally agree with this. Have you checked if the window latch itself is still tight enough? Sometimes the latch loosens over time, and even a ti...

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RE: Replacing windows without emptying your wallet

Totally agree on the install point—seen it myself. But curious, anyone notice a big difference with triple-pane vs double-pane in moderate climates? W...

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RE: BIG WINDOW, BIG TROUBLE: DIY REMOVAL ADVENTURES

Yeah, sounds familiar... I once repurposed a big old window into a greenhouse cold frame. Looked straightforward enough, but sealing all those gaps to...

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RE: Vinyl windows holding up okay in sticky weather?

Vinyl's generally solid if you're worried about humidity. Had mine in for about 6 years now, and summers here get pretty swampy—no warping or discolor...

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RE: finally got my window trim looking sharp with aluminum

Yeah, foam backing makes a huge difference. Did you also check around the sill area? I found that even after sealing behind the trim, cold air was sti...

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

Yeah, totally agree—maintenance is often overlooked. Curious though, does anyone find seasonal checks more effective, or do you just inspect whenever ...