Finally new windows
By Joanie
@Freelanzer (10782)
Canada
November 12, 2019 11:11pm CST
Today the installers came to put in our new windows. This meant that I had to try to stay out of their way for most of the day. I felt kind of sorry for the workers as it was so cold and windy outside today.They replaced windows in the kitchen and two of the bedrooms. So happy to get rid of those old drafty windows. Hopefully we will save some energy this winter.
Had any renovations done lately?
Image credit: Pixaby
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@Freelanzer (10782)
• Canada
13 Nov 19
We need it here where temperatures can reach into the -40s and -50s Celsius
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@JudyEv (381760)
• Rockingham, Australia
14 Nov 19
@Freelanzer I can understand double glazing would be a big help. I think it's common in Britain too.
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@Freelanzer (10782)
• Canada
15 Nov 19
@JudyEv There is even triple glazing which they often push first but I don't feel it is worth the extra money
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@changjiangzhibin89 (17239)
• China
13 Nov 19
You got windows replaced in good time ! The new windows will brighten up your rooms ,besides saving some energy.
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@Freelanzer (10782)
• Canada
13 Nov 19
Yes I can see so much clearer now and it will definitely impact the temperature inside during the cold winter months.
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@Shavkat (141906)
• Philippines
14 Nov 19
@Freelanzer I am very grateful for your words. I hope we can find the right house for the family.
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@Freelanzer (10782)
• Canada
13 Nov 19
When we bought our house we also had many renovations and it seems there is always more to do, Good luck with the new house/
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@Freelanzer (10782)
• Canada
15 Nov 19
@Shavkat I am sure you will. It took us two years searching to find the one we are currently in but it was worth the wait.
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@crazyhorseladycx (39503)
• United States
13 Nov 19
no ma'am, but such's direly needed here. 35yr ol' windows that leak like crazy. the hubs refuses to spend the funds so i've gotta get's creative 's possible to keep the bitter cold winds out. lots 'f duct tape, ol' blankets 'r heavy plastic sheetin'.....
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@crazyhorseladycx (39503)
• United States
15 Nov 19
@Freelanzer if'n ya spend funds to make yer home more energy 'fficient 'n comfy, such's worth the 'xpense. to spend a fortune tryin' to heat 'r cool a leaky vessel 'tis nonsense to me. i'm a very thrifty person, feel this to be a necessity 's the price 'f electricity 'n propane continue to soar.
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@Freelanzer (10782)
• Canada
15 Nov 19
I see you got those windows covered. Those are all good alternatives to a new window
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@Freelanzer (10782)
• Canada
15 Nov 19
Here it is the opposite, I didn't care to spend the money but my husband insisted,
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@oahuwriter (26773)
• United States
16 Nov 19
Not lately, but recently. Had a break-in, so, the landlord put in a latch on the backdoor and a deadbolt addition to the front door. I feel safer now! Living on the first floor is great, but it's near to the little road we live on and much foot traffic living near a store and a gas station, so I'm careful too.
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@Freelanzer (10782)
• Canada
21 Nov 19
@oahuwriter So strange the things they break in to steal. When they broke into my neighbor's porch they took all her sweaters, gloves and hats and it wasn't even that cold yet. Anyway they discarded most of it on her yard perhaps they found something better at the other houses they broke into,
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@Freelanzer (10782)
• Canada
19 Nov 19
We had that happen to some homes on the street just recently. Hope they didn't get anything of value. Stay safe.
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@oahuwriter (26773)
• United States
19 Nov 19
@Freelanzer
Seems they were disturbed for they took my pendant looks like gold, but is costume jewelry, but the sentimental value is priceless. Funny they took food!
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@mynameiskate (2658)
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14 Nov 19
Did get new windows a several years back and they certainly made a difference. Enjoy the warmth this winter.
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@Freelanzer (10782)
• Canada
15 Nov 19
I am sure I will and they came just in time for the cold weather.
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@TiarasOceanView (70020)
• United States
14 Nov 19
No renovations here but I am so glad you got these new windows now
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@GreatMartin (23670)
• Ft. Lauderdale, Florida
19 Nov 19
We have had 2 years of renovations since the new owners took over---large hurricane windows, new cabinets in kitchen and bathroom, new air conditioners, etc!
It's like living in a new apartment!
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@Freelanzer (10782)
• Canada
25 Nov 19
Good that the owner did all those renovations, Does that mean your rent went up?
@JohnRoberts (109841)
• Los Angeles, California
13 Nov 19
Had a kitchen reno several years ago.
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@Freelanzer (10782)
• Canada
13 Nov 19
Oh that was a big one. Never had a full kitchen reno just bits and pieces
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@Hannihar (130150)
• Israel
29 Dec 19
@Freelanzer
So how are your windows working out now?
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@dgobucks226 (37621)
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16 Nov 19
Those new windows should lower your heating bill. I recently had a new fence installed in my backyard. The original fence was on it's last legs.
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@Freelanzer (10782)
• Canada
25 Nov 19
I hope so. We had the living room windows done last year and it made a huge difference
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