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susan_barkley
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RE: hypothetical scenario: if you had to replace all your windows tomorrow and could only pick Andersen or another big brand (like Pella or Marvin), how would you decide?
On price, I’d compare installed quotes for the same window configuration, not just the sticker price. A cheaper quote might specify different glass or hardware, or leave out work included in the other bid. Then check war...
RE: What surprised you when taking out old vinyl windows?
Yeah, the gaps are no joke. When I pulled out my old vinyls, I was honestly shocked at how little was actually sealing the window to the wall. Like, there was this one spot where you could literally see daylight around t...
RE: That weird greenish hue on new windows - does it bug you?
Honestly, I barely notice it now. At first, the greenish tint bugged me too, but after a few weeks it just faded into the background. I think it’s pretty standard with most low-E glass - mine are from two different brand...
RE: Swapping out window hinges: do you go solo or call in the pros?
Totally get where you’re coming from. I tried tackling a “simple” hinge swap on my 1948 place last spring, and what started as a one-hour job snowballed fast. The frame looked fine until I started unscrewing things - the...
RE: Window fails in the news: That viral “backwards glass” install
Yeah, the warranty stuff is wild. I had a similar thing happen with flashing tape - used a brand that wasn’t on their “approved” list and suddenly my window warranty was void. Never thought to check that before. Those ti...
RE: Anyone actually saving money with triple pane windows?
Couldn’t agree more about the “boring stuff” making all the difference. I was honestly shocked at how much air was leaking around my old windows, even after putting in new ones. The installer did a decent job, but I stil...
RE: Anyone actually notice a difference with krypton-filled windows?
We swapped out our old drafty windows for krypton-filled ones a couple years back - mainly because my partner was ready to lose it with the neighbor’s dog and the traffic noise. It’s definitely quieter, but like you said...
RE: What would you do if your dream window costs way more than you expected?
Yeah, I get it - those quotes are wild. I did the same thing with my 1920s windows. It’s not glamorous scraping and reglazing, but it feels good to keep the originals going. Honestly, storms made a bigger difference than...
RE: Little trick for keeping icy drafts out with older windows
I get where you’re coming from, but honestly, I’ve had the opposite experience with magnetic panels in my old place near the bay. Yeah, there’s a bit more moisture in the air, but if you use that clear shrink film first ...
RE: How much do you actually notice energy savings from special window coatings?
That’s interesting about the passive solar gain getting lost - makes sense, honestly. I’ve noticed the same thing in my place. Swapped out old drafty windows for Low-E last year, and while it’s definitely less chilly nea...