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These (total opening doors) are considerably more expensive than either French swinging (in or out swinging) (less expensive) or sliding doors (Least expensive). Weather resistance and crime resistance vary with manufacturer and locking system. When the glass is broken with any of the doors...

Use that too works well, lasts 2-3 years

I have done lots of break metal, would not be acceptable to me.

I installed a Moen Flo valve a few years ago. Takes a month to set flow through fixtures but then shuts off the water immediately if it senses unusual flow or even minor drip. Cell phone operated, easily shut off if filling a swimming pool etc. sensors are available the can be placed at the...

Condensation is the most likely cause. Deep jambs and /or high moisture levels (50% plus relative humidity) will result in condensation in lower corners of windows. Best to lower interior humidity to less than 45% in winter time or allow more circulation near windows, heavy insulated drapes or...

I looked into whole house generator Generac in particular with transfer switch. (+/- $4000.00 ). My installation location was adjacent to exterior electric meter and gas meter. Suprised to see installation also in $4000.00 range. Absolute highway robbery. Have 7500 watt Generac portable...

If you replace the anode every 5 years, the heater will last indefinitely. They cost +/- $100.00. It is a sacrificial metal rod that carodes rather than the heater wall itself.

I'm aware of that, with the price point this fellow is at did not seem this was a viable option. New PVC brickmold, etc. are also available, considerably more expensive than capping.

Nothing said here about a written contract, proof of insurance or workman's comp insurance. Any work included should be clearly stated in the contract as should any work not specifically included. Rotted sills must be replaced and then capped along with any jamb and head capping "prior to"...

Hate to be the bearer of bad tidings but any door manufactured after 1980 requires the utilization of safety glazing meeting Z97.1 and CPSC requirements. Current IBC code requires that you must bring entire door into compliance when replacing glass. Meaning all panes must be re-glazed with...

Have had one for several years. No problems whatsoever. Have CO detector close by, (0) reading. previously had one that was manual, hot to adjust or turn off. Current has remote, have to replace 3 C cell batteries once a year, no issues. Chimney has been stuffed with fire resistant...

I worked in the window business for over 40 years. ALL glass by ALL manufacturers changed to metric about 1980 because of international trade, not because they were trying to cheapen the product. The glass went from polished plate to float at approximately the same time. is probably the least...

Changing any and all bulbs to LEDs including exterior spots. Purchase when on sale especially at Costco where they have 1/2 price sales often. Have several CFLs that I will gladly give away. Pure Junk

Rocklear has a great jig +/- $15.00 that has proper positioning printed on it and sandpaper front and back so molding stays in place on jig and jig stays in place on saw.