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Sealing air leaks is one of the most
cost-effective ways for reducing energy loss. Applying caulk and
weatherstripping around the inside and outside of doors and windows
will prevent warm air from leaking into your home during the summer and
out of your home during the winter.
Window Caulking
Applying
caulk around windows both inside and out will prevent the infiltration
of hot air from outside and leakage of conditioned air during the
summer and infiltration of cool air from the outside and leakage of
heated air during the winter. It is important to ensure the windows are
sealed both where the glass meets the frames and where the window unit
meets the home.
Insulating Foam
Sealant
Air leaks through holes and cracks
account for 30-50% of home heating and cooling loss. It is important to
seal these gaps which can be found around electrical outlets, plumbing
lines, doors, windows and more.
Door Weather
Stripping
Weather-stripping your exterior doors
will reduce air infiltration. While this may not seem to be a large
factor in your home’s performance, keep this in mind: a 1/8 inch gap
around a door is equal to having a 6 inch by 6 inch hole in your
wall.
Window Weather
Stripping
Windows are a commonly overlooked
area for infiltration, and weather-stripping is a quick and easy
solution that will make a noticeable difference on comfort.
Seal Can Lights
Sealing
your can lights in your attic will prevent the infiltration of your
conditioned space. Contractors typically overlook sealing can lights,
but they are simply holes in your ceiling, and should be insulated. We
suggest spray foam insulation, as it adheres to its surroundings,
creating a tighter seal around the recessed can.
Outlet Gaskets
Outlet
gaskets are an inexpensive way to seal all walls. Electrical boxes
behind wall sockets penetrate into the wall cavity, which make them
potential sources of air leakage. These polyethelyne foam gaskets
install behind electric outlet plate covers to reduce drafts.
To take advantage of these great package values or to create
your own custom solution, fill out
this form or call 877-923-7733.
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