I totally get where you’re coming from. When we redid our windows a few years back, I was torn between supporting the local shop (the owner was super ...

Can’t argue with that—sometimes I think my old-school draft stopper does a better job than any fancy gadget. I tried smart blinds once, but honestly, ...

That’s spot-on about the HRV. I remember thinking my old place was just “drafty” and that new windows would be the silver bullet… ended up with a saun...

That’s been my experience too. I upgraded to double pane with some beefed-up weatherstripping in our 1950s ranch, and honestly, it made a way bigger d...

I get what you’re saying about the ENERGY STAR label being a bit misleading, but I’ve actually had decent luck with it—at least as a first filter. Lik...

That’s pretty much my approach too. Our place is a late 70s build, and even after replacing the windows, there’s still enough draft that I never felt ...

We upgraded to double-pane windows last year and kept our plantation shutters. Honestly, the combo made a noticeable difference—less drafty in winter,...

Thermal curtains definitely made a difference for me too. I remember when we first moved into our place, we fell in love with these huge windows in th...

Ha, your screwdriver story brings back memories...found some pretty wild gaps myself during our reno. Honestly, once we tightened up insulation and se...

Bubble wrap is surprisingly effective, isn't it? I remember one winter when our heating went out, and I was desperate to keep the cold air from sneaki...