- Totally get the struggle. —that’s my 1948 bungalow in a nutshell. - I actually caved and replaced two windows last year. Wallet hurt, but wow, less ...

Same here. Did the whole sealing and weather stripping thing too, and yeah, it was a decent temporary fix, but nothing beats actually swapping out the...

I've had cellular shades for about three years now, and honestly, they're pretty solid. Quick thoughts: - Definitely better insulation-wise than regu...

Totally agree with this. Rope caulk's underrated IMO—used it myself a few times when cash was tight. Yeah, polyurethane or silicone might be the gold ...

I found this thread after Googling 'Tampa window contractor transparency' and I'm so glad I clicked. Reading all these experiences, both good and caut...

For anyone just tuning in: do your homework, get multiple quotes, and make sure your window contractor has experience with your type of home. That’s t...

Haha, sometimes I wonder if some contractors around here run on "island time." 😅 I mean, we're in Florida so maybe that laid-back vibe seeps i...

One more benefit I noticed: security. We had a break-in attempt at our neighbor's house last year (someone tried to smash a window). It made me extra ...

One more piece of advice: if you decide on a HELOC or home equity loan, start that process early. It can take a few weeks to get everything approved a...

One more piece of advice: if you decide on a HELOC or home equity loan, start that process early. It can take a few weeks to get everything approved a...