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RE: Fixed my drafty windows for under $20—anyone else surprised how easy it was?

Funny you mention the fans—I’ve wondered about that too, whether they just push the dampness around instead of actually getting rid of it. We tried th...

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RE: Cold drafts sneaking in? Saw this trick on the news

That candle trick really does show you where the trouble is, doesn’t it? I remember thinking the same thing—just fix the spots where you can actually ...

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RE: Saw a study on window longevity—are we doing enough?

That hits home for me. I’ve got a 1920s foursquare and I swear half the charm comes from those old, slightly uneven panes. I’ve always wondered, thoug...

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RE: Anyone tried those see-through solar windows for their home?

I’ve wondered about the clarity thing too—my neighbor actually tried some prototype panels in his sunroom, and they started looking cloudy after just ...

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RE: CAN YOU REALLY DOUBLE DIP ON REBATES AND TAX CREDITS?

Totally relate to this. I’ve had contractors give me the “oh yeah, you get both” line too, but it really comes down to how the rebate is handled. Like...

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

That’s interesting—my neighbor had similar trouble with smart film last winter, and I remember he was always fiddling with the settings. I’m curious, ...

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RE: Swapping out old windows: worth the hassle?

That shoe made me laugh—when I pulled out the kitchen window in my ‘52 brick, I found a petrified bird’s nest and what looked like a marble from some ...

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RE: What if your windows could talk to Alexa?

That’s interesting—did they mention what happens if the power cuts out while your window’s halfway open? I keep picturing a blizzard rolling in and su...

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RE: Which way do your windows face for max winter sun?

I’ve got a mix of original wood windows and some slightly newer aluminum ones (which, let’s be honest, aren’t winning any awards for insulation either...

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RE: ANYONE GETTING MONEY BACK FOR NEW WINDOWS?

I totally get what you mean about the plastic kits—they’re honestly more trouble than they’re worth after a few seasons. We finally bit the bullet and...

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