randibear
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I started sneezing again after I eat or drink. figure it's allergies.
our house is 30 years old and has cheap single pane aluminum builder's windows.
I want to replace the windows because some of them are broken, 4 out of 12. you can't raise them. you pull and the window goes up an inch and then you get this twang and it gets stuck. husband says I don't know how to raise a window....duh
I figured new windows would help with air quality and noise. and with lyme sleeping on a busy street is sometimes tough.
he said too expensive, you never get money back, ripoff etc.
but has anybody done it? my two sisters did it and love their windows.
with all the dust here it would have to help just a little.
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My brother had all his windows replaced about a year or so ago. I don't think he had any issues with dust, but the outside noise is WAY down.
He can drive up the driveway right by the kitchen window and you barely hear it.
I would think they've seen rewards on the heating and AC as well.
Lots of money went down though.
PS .. I think they got double-paned windows.
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Keebler
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- You may also qualify for some tax rebates for making the house use less energy. -
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Dont buy windows to fix allergy,buy them cause you NEED windows. Do allergy stuff cause you have allergies!!!
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Good advice, don!
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randibear
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geezzzz don. I get it.
but look, if you have 12 single pain aluminium windows and four are broken and don't raise, and you live on a busy thoroughfare with cars and trucks going by all day and night, wouldn't you want new windows? many of our neighbors have replaced theirs.
these look cheap, don't block any noise, don't work.
if you were going to buy my house wouldnt you want windows that work? we did replace the furnace and it has allergy system.
granted our bills are low but thats when the air is off. in summer when its in the high 90s and even in the 100s are bills run over 120 to 150 per month.
I know its not much but I don't consider long term investment when ibuy something. this is my last house so why should I care? but if something does happen it would be a selling point.
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Keebler
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- randibear,
you should not have get anyone's permission for this nor plead your case. At least from the sounds of it, upkeep of the house is in the budget. Yes, I do think they will help keep dust and particulate matter out but also other benefits.
But, no, major allergy relief would not likely come from just this, though, I do think this is important even just regarding that aspect.
Still, each time you open your door -- and surely windows will also be open during nice weather -- then the outside will come in [but you will have control over when that is] . . . so a comprehensive approach to allergy control is still necessary.
Replacing ill fitting, broken windows will help prevent mold from settling into window jams and walls, too, from rain leaks. This is a major reason to consider this.
A window expert will have more good detail, of course. Even your power company can help with your choices as well as the American Lung Association - talk to someone at your local chapter about this so you know the best styles to keep dust out when you need to do that. -
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randibear
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my husband told me I could have them if I wanted them. same with the car.
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Keebler
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- Sorry, and I apologize if I misinterpreted that aspect. I may have misread some of the statements and heard a different tone than you intended.
Now, then for the search & homework, I suppose. Good luck with all that. As for noise blocking, be sure they have a certification on that. Some have vague claims but some really do have the certification to back up their product.
They may be able to also spray in some foam insulation around the windows into the walls. Some (but not all) of these are fine regarding off-gassing but it would be good to study the options in advance.
If the walls are hollow, good windows can help but may not be as effective as hoped - for sound reduction. When replacing windows, they can make that a little better. While not able to shoot the foam into the full wall cavity, maybe at least for a certain distance from the windows.
Maybe they can be all done by the holidays for a nice new look and quieter home.
Caution on the caulking: you may want to arrange the actual installation for a day when you have the house open and air flowing in case the caulking has a smell to it. Also a span of dry days just prior and time of installation is helpful.
You might check out the website for "Ask This Old House" for more detail. My favorite show ever! -
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Keebler
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- Oh, for cleaning, some styles have the most nifty design where you can open the top part and have in angle down into the house - like an oven door with a middle hinge - you can wash the "outside" of it and then close it back up . . . all from the same spot inside. No gymnastics required.
The lower part is also easy to clean but I can't quite picture how that went in the commercials I saw.
At least in the comparison stage, don't shy away from top name brands as they may work with you on a price break - and the warranties also matter when you can get those on paper from a company that will likely still be in business many years down the road.
Some companies may have their windows in certain hotels near you, or business buildings. This is a great way to explore options, too, and talk with those who work in such places, go into a hotel room for a half hour and test it out.
I once considered this for windows that advertised "quiet" and were in a hotel right next to a freeway. -
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just don
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I guess I was not clear. I DO THINK YOU NEED WINDOWS!!!
I also think MM should install them,whole nuther story.
EVERY house NEEDS good windows.
MY point was your windows dont have to cost that much.
I bet if you worked at it you could get NEW REPLACEMENT WINDOWS for less than 2K...(Or the price of less than one hunting trip)wink wink.
Dont buy the cheapest you can get.
Dont buy the overpriced over-hyped brands that are sold on exaggerated claims and values.
Take your time,ask around, you dont NEED to rush into something today, this week or even this month or next.
Pick a style, features and get quotes from at LEAST half a dozen if not a dozen different suppliers.
Try buying the windows at a supply place like a family owned small lumber yard etc. Try not to buy fromthe people who install their own windows.
YOU take a couple lessons,,,have your husband take several more,,,even IF you dont do it yourself,,,
you know HOW it should be done so they dont screw it up for you
Nothing worse than expensive windows put in all wrong
You do know you can put in 3 or 4 windows this year,,,wait till next spring,,pay cash and put in 3-4 more. And finish up the next year.
makes it much more do able, personal energy wise, and money wise. $500 bucks a pop should get you all you need.
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Keebler
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- There may be some kind of program at your area community colleges where students could help with such a project for reduced cost, too. They would have an instructor oversee the work.
I could not find an key episode for you but have certainly seen these guys do several over the years. For a start:
We'll send you a private link to our downloadable PDF guide on replacement window products, created by the editors at This Old House.
Oh, just realized that I focused on just the "ASK This Old House" site. The other "This Old House" website will also likely have segments that you can take from programs where they replace windows.
While the same folks, their websites and episode lists / search functions are separate so it would be good to look both places.
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