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Weatherproofing Windows In a home that lacks proper insulation, air leaks occur year-round. However, they are most easily felt during the winter months. For example, if you sit at a window that is poorly insulated, or place your hand to it, a draft can be felt coming into the home. With drafts come less comfort [...] There are a number of great ways to reduce unwanted air infiltration around the home. In addition to the v seal weatherstrip we discussed earlier, interior storm windows also help reduce the amount of cool air coming in through windows. However, instead of sealing cracks and gaps the way a v seal does, interior storm windows [...] As we approach winter, are you among the homeowners who are thinking of how to limit the amount of indoor drafts that are common during cold weather months? Reducing the amount of cold air coming in the home as well as the amount of warm air leaving can be done by insulating the rooms that [...] The days of summer are winding down, and soon the iciness of winter will once again be the guest of honor in many conversations. Unfortunately for some, lack of proper insulation will cause the ice of winter to mean nothing more than a hard time controlling the temperature at home, which also leads to higher [...] There are many places where energy may be escaping the home: the basement, attic, and garage to name a few. Electrical outlets and wall switches are sources for air leaks that are very often overlooked, meanwhile accounting for 2 to 5 percent of home energy loss. Electrical outlet insulation comes in either a foam gasket [...] Pick a window in your house. When you place your hand to it do you feel a draft coming in? If you do, you are facing an insulation problem. Windows that are not properly insulated bring drafts in, and take money out of your wallet. Creating a tight seal around the windows allows you to [...] Barbeques are over, pools are closed, and kids are back in school, signaling the end of summer and the fast approach of winter. When you prepare for the winter season, do you prepare your home as well? If not, it is likely that your home is a source of wasted energy. Many are unaware that [...] In most homes, attic doors are not constructed to properly insulate the attic, and only deteriorate with age. As a result, a tremendous loss of cool air is experienced during the summer, and heat loss in the attic occurs during winter. In addition to upsetting the balance of the home’s temperature, poor insulation results in [...] Have you noticed during summer the temperatures in the attic and basement areas are hot enough to barbeque in (sans grill!)? Each room in the house should be inviting, but during extreme weather months entering these areas seems more like self-inflicted torture. If you are profusely shaking your head in agreement, may I suggest that [...] Black and Decker Thermal Leak Detector Fresh air is good for any home. However, having air come in and go out at the wrong time in the wrong place can waste energy and money. Weatherizing your home can be made simple if you have the proper tools. Before sealing the house up, it’s important to [...] |
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