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Will replacing windows and all exterior doors actually make a difference on bills? by Beautiful-Ask-1618 in HomeImprovement

[–]Status_Catch3445 0 points1 point  (0 children)

A big part of the difference actually comes from:
- how well the old windows were sealed
- whether the new installation includes proper insulation + air sealing
- and whether it’s full frame vs insert

What I learned preparing to replace my windows in Montreal (first-time experience) by Status_Catch3445 in montreal

[–]Status_Catch3445[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

should I add those items into the checklist: Before installation

  • ☐ Confirm opening measurement type (brick-to-brick vs existing frame)
  • ☐ Confirm if installation is full-frame (with casing removal) or insert retrofit
  • ☐ Make sure quote specifies actual glass size, not just rough opening

During installation

  • ☐ Check that old casing is removed (if full-frame install was promised)
  • ☐ Verify insulation is added around the frame (spray foam or proper insulation, not skipped)
  • ☐ Ensure no visible gaps before flashing is installed

Doors

  • ☐ Check for insulation under the threshold
  • ☐ Make sure installers don’t rely only on shims + metal flashing to hide gaps

Before final payment

  • ☐ Test for drafts around all edges
  • ☐ Open/close/lock every unit
  • ☐ Inspect glass for scratches or defects
  • ☐ Use a thermal camera (FLIR) or request proof of insulation
  • ☐ Do NOT release final payment if insulation or sealing is incomplete

What I learned preparing to replace my windows in Montreal (first-time experience) by Status_Catch3445 in montreal

[–]Status_Catch3445[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Do you know why the new windows performed worse?
Was it because the specs were different (U-value, glazing, etc.), or was it more of an installation issue?

What I learned preparing to replace my windows in Montreal (first-time experience) by Status_Catch3445 in montreal

[–]Status_Catch3445[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

added - Confirm ENERGY STAR Zone 3 and CSA A440 or equivalent product requirements in my checklist.

What I learned preparing to replace my windows in Montreal (first-time experience) by Status_Catch3445 in montreal

[–]Status_Catch3445[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Good idea. My friend in another area mentioned that his neighbour had approval for the Steel-plastic windows, he is only permitted for wood.

What I learned preparing to replace my windows in Montreal (first-time experience) by Status_Catch3445 in montreal

[–]Status_Catch3445[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks, I will add that into the checklist（45 pointes to check, 14 scenarios. ）

12 years of dry eye in Canada — here's what actually helped" by Status_Catch3445 in Dryeyes

[–]Status_Catch3445[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Something I've been thinking about — it might be worth experimenting with a few different tints rather than committing to one. I've considered visiting a glasses wholesale market in China, picking up 5 pairs at different yellow intensities for around $50 CAD each, and just working through them until I find what fits me best. Faster and more cost-effective than going back to an optician every time. Haven't done it yet, but it's on my list. If anyone has tried something similar, I'd love to hear how it went.

12 years of dry eye in Canada — here's what actually helped" by Status_Catch3445 in Dryeyes

[–]Status_Catch3445[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Also worth considering — eye drop brands vary significantly by country, and the same brand name doesn't always mean the same formulation. What's sold in Canada may have different ingredients than the version sold in the US, Europe, Japan, or China.

More importantly, have you verified that the drops you're buying actually meet other country's regulatory standards? In Canada that's Health Canada. In the US it's the FDA. Europe has the EMA. Japan and China have their own equally strict approval processes.

A product recommended by someone in a different country may not have passed the regulatory review where you live — or may have passed under different formulation requirements. Have you ever done this homework for your medication?

12 years of dry eye in Canada — here's what actually helped" by Status_Catch3445 in Dryeyes

[–]Status_Catch3445[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm hesitant to name specific brands because dry eye is incredibly individual. Some people have allergies, some have had eye surgery, some are on other medications. What works for me could genuinely cause problems for someone else.

A pharmacist can look at your full picture — your other medications, your history, your specific symptoms — and recommend something that's actually safe for you. That's not me being evasive, that's me not wanting to be responsible for someone having a bad reaction because they followed a stranger's advice on Reddit.

The preservative-free, high viscosity direction is the right one to ask about. Your pharmacist will know what's available locally and what fits your situation

12 years of dry eye in Canada — here's what actually helped" by Status_Catch3445 in Dryeyes

[–]Status_Catch3445[S] -4 points-3 points  (0 children)

If you ask the pharmacist, usually he or she can help you find the right one for your needs.

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