I get the insulation-first approach, and it's definitely a smart move, but I'm not totally convinced windows should be pushed down the priority list. ...

Totally agree about ceramic films—I put some on our west-facing windows last summer, and it made a huge difference. Pricey, yeah, but worth it. Curiou...

Interesting points about silicone vs acrylic caulking. We had aluminum windows at our old place, and honestly, humidity was always a bit of a battle—e...

I've had mixed luck with laser measures myself. Last summer, I was helping my brother install blinds in his new place, and we thought we'd be super pr...

I had similar thoughts when I upgraded from vinyl to fiberglass last year. Honestly, at first, I wasn't sure I'd made the right call—my vinyl windows ...

Had a similar runaround with Pella myself a couple years back. Took forever to get a straight answer, and I remember thinking, "Is this even worth it?...