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william_young
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RE: Planning to replace windows myself - what should I remember?
Haha, sounds familiar - I once had a client who skipped proper flashing and ended up with mushrooms sprouting near the window frame. Did you run into any mold issues after that?
RE: Wood Vs Vinyl Windows: Which Handles Humidity Better?
I've had great experiences with cedar too, especially kiln-dried stuff. Funny thing is, I've seen vinyl hold up surprisingly well, but only if it's the higher-end stuff. Cheap vinyl windows...man, seen those warp like cr...
RE: Wood Vs Vinyl Windows: Which Handles Humidity Better?
Haha, I hear you on the fiberglass windows - definitely a bit of sticker shock at first glance. But honestly, from what I've seen working on various homes, fiberglass really hits that sweet spot between durability and lo...
RE: Anyone Else Having to Switch to Triple-Pane Windows for Code Compliance?
Yeah, ran into this a few times myself lately. Triple-pane is definitely becoming more common, but it's not always a strict requirement - depends a lot on your climate zone and even the orientation of the windows. South-...
RE: can you really trust those instant online window estimates?
I've seen those instant quote things work out pretty well, actually...but mostly for straightforward jobs. If your place has quirks or older framing, I'd still recommend getting someone out there to eyeball it. Saves hea...