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If a rogue baseball flies through your window courtesy of the neighborhood kids, you’ll need to replace it immediately. But how long will a new window last in your home without pitching-related accidents?

Aside from buying out your local IKEA, the fastest (and cheapest) solution to perking up any room in your home is usually to crack open a gallon of paint. This DIY project can completely change the color and feel of your space in a single afternoon. But when it comes to giving your window frames a makeover, you may be wondering how — or even if — it’s a good idea to paint them as well.

Are you a homeowner who’s found yourself with cracked glass, leaking window frames, and/or sky-high utility bills? Sounds like it’s time to figure out how to measure your windows for replacement. Whether you will be ordering new windows online or hiring a professional, measuring your windows correctly is crucial to ensure you get the right fit. Luckily, it’s simply a matter of following the right guide. In this piece, we will walk you through how to measure your windows so that you can get those replacements in ASAP and stress-free.

Black mold is bad news. So if you’ve noticed little black dots and growths starting to form on your window sill, you might be understandably concerned. Without treatment, black mold on your windows will keep growing and eating away at your frames. Left to its own devices, it can even get into your walls and HVAC system, quickly spreading throughout your home.

If you found yourself bundling up with extra blankets this past winter, you’re not alone. According to the National Weather Service, the 2021-2022 winter blew in at a shivering 4 degrees colder than previous years—a chilling prospect, especially if your home has older, drafty windows in need of fixing.

Learn how to fix identify where your window leaks come from, how to fix it yourself, or if you need outside help from a window professional.