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Alternative-Heating-Info.com
Weatherizing the outside of your home is the easiest, and by far the cheapest,
single thing a homeowner can do to save money on home heating.
Start working on the outside of your home in the back. By the time you get to the
front and inside, you’ll be a pro!
Caulk around the following areas on your home’s exterior:
single thing a homeowner can do to save money on home heating.
Start working on the outside of your home in the back. By the time you get to the
front and inside, you’ll be a pro!
Caulk around the following areas on your home’s exterior:
- The top and bottom edges of the rim joist – this is the thick wooden board that
sits on top of the concrete foundation and connects to the floor joists.
- The outside edges of window and door frames. Don’t forget basement windows
and doors.
- Any opening through the envelope of your house, including water spigots,
electrical outlets, air conditioner hoses, dryer vents and gas and water pipes.
Be careful not to touch or move pipes and wires.
- If you find a large hole or crack, use expanding foam. A small squirt is usually
enough to seal the opening – too much can damage the surrounding materials.
Don’t use expanding foam around any electrical equipment.
- If you have storm windows, use them. If you don’t, install plastic window film to
the outside of windows, especially those facing north. The product has been
much-improved over the past few years, with better visibility and stronger
adhesive tape.
Weatherize the Outside of Your Home
Weatherizing Your Home
Finding Air Leaks
Caulking and Weather Stripping
Using Caulk
Weather Stripping
Weatherize the Inside
Finding Air Leaks
Caulking and Weather Stripping
Using Caulk
Weather Stripping
Weatherize the Inside
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