Installing replacement windows can make your home quieter and less drafty, and you might even save on heating and cooling bills. That’s particularly true if you’re replacing leaky old single-pane ...

Q: I need to install replacement windows, and I like the appearance of wooden windows. Is wood an efficient window-frame material? What style is best for efficiency and requires the least amount of ...

Generally, windows have a lifespan of 15 to 20 years, before the seals start to break down and cause air leaks. Windows over 20 years old, are drafty, are hard to open, and show lots of wear will ...

Steve Jordan, author of "The Window Sash Bible: A Guide to Maintaining and Restoring Old Wood Windows," recently addressed an avid New Orleans audience of architects, homeowners and other ...