I hear you on the casements sealing up tight—those gaskets really do the trick. But honestly, I’ve swapped out more busted cranks than I can count, es...

You’re not wrong about the trade-offs. Double-glazed inserts do a decent job, but I’ve seen plenty of folks get surprised by the condensation issue. H...

Honestly, sanding standard lumber always seems manageable at first...until you're knee-deep in sawdust and realize you've spent half a day prepping ju...

I've installed a few of these smart window systems myself, and honestly, I share some of your skepticism. They're definitely impressive tech-wise, and...

I've seen a lot of window replacements over the years, and honestly, the whole "break-even" thing is pretty tricky. Manufacturers love to toss around ...

Humidity control definitely helps, but honestly, don't underestimate those little cracks either. Had a client once who ignored minor chips and cracks ...

Good points about the aluminum-clad windows holding up better in our Florida sun. I've seen plenty of vinyl windows around here that look pretty rough...

Interesting to hear laminated glass worked so well for you. I've had mixed experiences myself. Did a job a couple years back for a family near train t...

Yeah, Andersen's distribution has gotten pretty spotty lately. I've had clients run into similar headaches—dealers listed online that haven't carried ...