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sonicfoodie
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RE: Swapping out window hinges: do you go solo or call in the pros?

Yeah, I've noticed that too—looked fine from the outside, but once I took off the trim on one of mine, there was way more damage than expected. I thin...

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RE: SURPRISED BY WINDOW REPLACEMENT COSTS? WHAT TO ASK BEFORE SIGNING OFF

I get what you mean about “premium” being a bit of a buzzword. When I had my windows done last fall, I actually asked to see the caulk and insulation ...

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RE: How I got my windows to darken automatically (sorta DIY)

I had a similar experience with smart tint. The novelty wore off quick, especially with that humming noise—drove me nuts after a while. I also found t...

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RE: Picking the right window color for curb appeal—regrets or wins?

I get why people care about the look, but after going through a full window replacement last winter, I’d say efficiency matters way more in the long r...

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RE: Is upgrading to triple-pane windows just hype or actually smart?

That’s been my experience too. I did the windows first (rookie mistake) and barely noticed a change until I tackled attic insulation. The static shock...

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RE: Figuring Out The Real Price Of Swapping In Jeld-Wen V-2500 Windows

This could not be more true. I just finished my first round of window swaps (three V-2500s, all double-hung), and every rough opening needed its own “...

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RE: What do you do with old window frames and glass?

That’s a really solid approach. I kept a bunch of mismatched glass for years thinking I’d use it, but honestly, measuring and trying to retrofit was m...

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RE: Window replacements that actually look old (but work like new?)

I spent way too much time researching this when we moved in last fall. Our 1930s windows are a pain—painted shut, ropes broken, you name it—but I coul...

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

Yeah, manual override is a must-have for me too. I looked into View and SageGlass when we bought our place last year. SageGlass seemed technically sol...

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RE: Finally upgraded my windows and loving the results

Same here on the noise front. We upgraded to double-pane recently, and while it didn't exactly mute the neighbor's lawn mower completely, it's definit...

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