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RE: Tackling new windows: where do you even start with DIY tutorials?
That’s honestly the most accurate way to describe it. Even after years doing this, oddball window sizes from the ‘50s still make me double-check everything. Custom windows can get pricey, but sometimes just swapping out ...
RE: Why does water always find its way in?
Funny how water always finds the one spot you missed, isn’t it? I’ve been on more than a few jobs where the leak showed up nowhere near where logic said it should. You’d think patching the “obvious” crack or flashing wou...
RE: IF YOU COULD UPGRADE YOUR WINDOWS TO A DIFFERENT GAS, WOULD YOU GO FANCY OR STICK WITH BASIC?
Interesting question - I've swapped out a lot of windows over the years, and honestly, the frame material does play a role, but not always in the way people think. Vinyl frames tend to seal better and don’t conduct as mu...
RE: Vinyl vs. fiberglass windows in the wild - what’s really easier?
That’s pretty much what I see, too. Folks think vinyl’s gonna be maintenance-free, but between seals failing and those weird warping issues when it gets hot, there’s always something. Fiberglass holds up better in the su...
RE: Is it worth going solar for the panels or just for the rebate?
That’s been my experience too. Folks see the rebate and think it’s a slam dunk, but if your roof’s shaded half the day, you’re not going to get those “zero bill” stories you hear about. I’ve seen customers spend more on ...
RE: If these walls could talk: windows that changed everything
That’s the tricky part, isn’t it? You gain efficiency, but you lose that old-school charm. Have you looked into wood window restorations at all? Sometimes just repairing the originals and adding a good storm window can g...
RE: Thinking about smart blinds - worth it or just a hassle?
I get where you’re coming from with the “set and forget” idea, but I’ve seen a lot of folks underestimate how often these things need a nudge. Timers are great until your daylight savings or a breaker trip throws everyth...
RE: Things I wish I'd known before new windows went in
Ain’t that the truth. I’ve seen folks swap in those super high-MERV filters thinking they’ll solve all their problems, but sometimes it just stresses the system and doesn’t really get rid of the “glitter.” Curious - did ...
RE: Torn between Simonton's contemporary vs traditional picture window styles
Good tip. Mirrors can really help open things up. Have you tried rearranging furniture too? Sometimes just shifting things around a bit makes the heavier trim feel less noticeable...worked for me anyway.