Energy Loss Question
Hi- I have been doing quite a lot of work to insulate and protect my home but I am losing heat despite my best efforts. I have a good idea that heat is get...
Latest Discussions: WINDOWS & DOORS
Sliding screen door jamming
I have a standard 6' sliding glass door and a huge 9' sliding glass door. Both headers are sagging just a little bit, but enough to make it difficult to open the ...
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answersupdated over 14 years ago by Sputnik
Which Windows?
We're going to build a new house on a river in the spring. I've read a lot of posts about different window brands and it's almost that I have to choose based on w...
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answersupdated over 14 years ago by carlbrown
GARAGE DOOR OPENER PROBLEM!!
Hi, I have a Stanley Garage door Opener that is about 15 years old. All of a sudden now, it wont open. The unit is just making this TAPPING/CLICKING sound when I...
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answersupdated over 14 years ago by myinhousebigdog
Foam Insulation with Vinyl Windows?
I had read somewhere that you shouldn't use the foam insulation spray around vinyl windows. I am wondering if that is true? My problem is I had some new vinyl...
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answersupdated over 14 years ago by carlbrown
Defective leaking windows and French doors
The Leakywindows.com site was built to give consumers information on defects and leaking problems associated with the Kolbe & Kolbe Millwork company. This sit...
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answersupdated over 14 years ago by carlbrown
Windows in home not sliding properly.
When I open my sliding windows they never slide evenly by rather **** on an angle and really cause a problem. I've grasped the top and bottom at the same time and...
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answersupdated over 14 years ago by carlbrown
Mildew/Condensation/Fog
I have 4-year old dual pane Alpine Windows. One of my windows has mildew between the upper (stationary) portion of the window. Problem has been getting worse over...
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answersupdated over 14 years ago by carlbrown
flashing
Is there going to be trim around the window? You can see some window installations on ths web site! www.badstucco.com If there is going to be trim around them. Y...
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answersupdated over 14 years ago by carlbrown
Sliding glass patio doors
Water seems to be leaking in through sliding glass patio doors. What could cause this?
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answersupdated over 14 years ago by carlbrown
mildew on window frames and baseboards
We moved into our first house about 3 years ago. It was built in 1971. Our first fall and winter brought about condensation on our windows leading to mildew on ...
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answersupdated over 14 years ago by carlbrown
Casement window leaking
Problem: Rain leaking at Basement window (from the interior upper trim of window casing) Does not always leak when it rains. Seems to depend on direction of...
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answersupdated over 14 years ago by carlbrown
Replacing windows in Masonry opening
In the process of attempting to help a friend replace single hung aluminum windows in her condo in Vero Beach. I am trying to determine how the old ones might be...
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answersupdated over 14 years ago by carlbrown
stuck windows
Hi, well I've never had a problem opening my windows until just about a week or 2 ago. The problem is they just won't open. The only reason I can think of is mayb...
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answersupdated over 14 years ago by carlbrown
Moisture on the outside of the windows.
I have double pane windows and I am having moisture on the outside of the house. Can anyone help me resolve how to fix this?
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answersupdated over 14 years ago by carlbrown
Broken door knob
Hello, Really could use some help here ! When opening the front door to my house one day the knob just came off in my hand. There does not seem to be a way to ...
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answersupdated over 14 years ago by carmineventura
House Door Seal
Seems like over the years I've tried all the products...felt, plastic, foam, etc. What is THE BEST way to seal my house front door? Thanks, DavidG
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answersupdated over 14 years ago by bravey
replacement windows and sizing..
Hi folks, i am about to buy and install 2 replacement windows (here in BC Canada, they are being called 'rebate' windows i believe).. I have installed a few new c...
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answersupdated over 14 years ago by darruu
Interior doors - older home
My home is 25 years old and some of the interior doors have gotten out of alignment...I guess as the house has settled. No problem of the doors opening or closin...
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answersupdated over 14 years ago by Piffin
Door install problem
Hi all I am installing new 6 panel hollow core doors in existing wood frames in my house. For some reason I cannot seem to get it right. I undersize the door 1/4...
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answersupdated over 14 years ago by Piffin
