steven_ghost
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RE: Would you splurge or save on Jeld-Wen windows if you were building from scratch?

I hear you about Jeld-Wen feeling a bit light. I’ve got them in my rental, and honestly, they’re fine for the price, but there’s a noticeable differen...

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RE: When high-end windows aren’t all they’re cracked up to be

Yeah, I ran into the same thing after swapping out my old drafty sash windows for new double glazing a couple years back. The house definitely holds h...

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RE: Anyone actually saving money with triple pane windows?

That’s pretty much been my experience too. I put in triple panes about three years ago—mostly because the old ones were leaking air like crazy in wint...

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RE: Ever had to make a snap decision in a totally unfamiliar situation?

I get what you’re saying, but sometimes it’s not just laziness—it’s folks working with whatever they had on hand. Maybe, but I’ve seen some of those ...

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RE: Figuring out what you’ll really pay for new Andersen windows

Yeah, that “all-in” price sheet always makes me a little nervous too. I’ve been burned before with hidden costs, so now I ask for every detail in writ...

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RE: If you had to pick: cordless blinds or shades for a house with kids and pets?

Yeah, I’ve noticed roller shades seem to take a beating without falling apart—my dog’s tail has tested that theory more than once. But you’re right, t...

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RE: Can blackout curtains really make a difference for light sleepers?

Totally get where you’re coming from about the “cave” effect. I had blackout curtains in my old apartment, and honestly, it was a bit much—especially ...

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RE: Jeld-Wen doors: happy with mine, but curious about others’ experiences

I hear you on the “less hassle” bit—definitely not maintenance-free, but at least it’s not the constant battle it used to be. I put in a Jeld-Wen fibe...

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RE: Vinyl vs Fiberglass Windows for Cold Mountain Winters?

Interesting experience... I've been leaning toward fiberglass myself because of the durability claims, but your point about installation quality has m...