Tools for this project
Have the necessary tools for this DIY project lined up before you start – you’ll save time and frustration.
• 4-in-1 screwdriver
• Cordless drill
• Extension ladder
• Hammer
• Level
• Mitre saw
• Pry bar
• Reciprocating saw
• Safety glasses
• Square
• Stepladder
• Tape measure
• Utility knife
• Wrecking bar
Additional tools may be needed for siding and trim repair, if required.
Materials for this project
Avoid last-minute shopping trips by having all your materials ready ahead of time. Here’s a list.
• Casing and finish nails
• Caulk/silicone
• Felt or house wrap
• Flashing tape
• Replacement windows
• Screws Caulking
Q: Repair or buy replacement windows?
Tough question. New windows are tempting because they offer so much – smoother operation, lower maintenance, energy savings, fewer drafts and easier cleaning. But they’re expensive, and pros charge almost as much as the cost of the windows to install them, which is a major investment.
Ask yourself the following three questions to evaluate your old windows and weigh the benefits of new ones.
1. Are your old windows a hassle?
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