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RE: Still looking good after years: aluminum windows holding up
Interesting you mention the installer - I've seen that make or break window performance, even with high-end brands. A few thoughts from jobs over the years: - Aluminum frames last, but poor caulking or rushed install = ...
RE: How I dodged a window contractor nightmare (and actually got great windows)
- Totally get the “owner on-site” thing. Makes a world of difference when the boss is right there, eyes on everything. - But I’ve seen some bigger outfits pull it off too - sometimes they’ll send a dedicated quality guy ...
RE: Why sealed windows can get weird at mountain elevations
Yeah, I've seen this a few times. That bit about the glass bowing is spot on - sometimes you can actually see a bit of a curve if you catch the light just right. - Breather tubes are definitely a thing. Some brands use ...
RE: WHAT DID YOU WISH YOU KNEW BEFORE REPLACING YOUR OWN WINDOWS?
- Agree on the “archaeology” vibe - had a job where we found glass soda bottles and what looked like a hand-carved whistle in a wall cavity. Never know what’s hiding in those old frames. - Standard-size windows? Rarely s...
RE: Swapping old windows for new: did your curb appeal actually improve?
- Gotta admit, I see where you’re coming from on saving originals, but sometimes those old windows are just too far gone. - I’ve had clients with drafts so bad you could feel it across the room - no amount of weatherst...
RE: Windows that actually live up to the eco hype?
- Swapping just one room’s windows can help, but sometimes the real culprit is poor insulation or leaky siding - not just the glass. - Seen folks spend a ton on new windows and still feel drafts because the walls or at...
RE: Things I wish I'd known before new windows went in
- Interesting take. I’ve actually had the opposite experience with reusable filters in a few places. - - Totally get the mess factor, but I found a quick vacuum before rinsing cuts down the cloud a lot. I usually do...
RE: Window choices when living way up high
Interesting point about fiberglass, but have you considered vinyl frames? I've worked on a few high-rise installs where vinyl performed surprisingly well in terms of insulation and noise reduction. They're usually cheape...
RE: City noise driving me nuts - soundproof curtains or acoustic windows?
Interesting about the rugs - makes sense they'd absorb some vibrations. Wondering if anyone's tried isolating furniture legs with pads or something similar... could that help cut down on the rumble even more?