Dear James: I want to get new replacement windows, but the cost is outside my budget. Is it possible to install windows myself and save the labor cost? Do I have to remove all the old trim and framing ...

Question: I want to buy new replacement windows, but the cost is outside my budget. Is it possible to install windows myself and save the labor cost? Do I have to remove all the old trim and framing?

Ginny Bartolone began writing DIY and home improvement guides nearly 10 years ago, covering everything from energy-efficient appliances to cracked foundations. Whether she's compiling cost information ...

Before you start shopping for new windows, you need to know what can be fixed or done to make the windows you have now more energy-efficient. Of course, replacing your old windows with new ones will ...

Figure A will help you to understand the parts of a window. Measure very carefully before you place an order, no matter what type you install. There’s nothing worse than discovering that your ...

Dear Jim: I would like a large bay window, but it would be too expensive. Instead, I was thinking of installing a garden window kit over the kitchen sink. Are they very efficient? What features should ...

The typical cost range to install Andersen windows in a home is from $480 to $3,500. The main factors that affect the cost to install Andersen windows include the window size, style, and material; the ...

You might feel a draft. Or notice that your window sashes are damaged. Maybe the panes fog or condensation collects between them. Or, worse, the frame itself is rotting. If any of these scenarios are ...

If you’re having trouble opening or closing a window, try replacing your old window handle with a brand new one. Over time, the constant opening and closing will eventually wear down the window handle ...