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Keep winter out of your home
Fortify your home against the cold with these five simple, cost-effective steps for a cozier season and lower utility bills.
Step 1: Beware the draft
A drafty window, doorway or fireplace may increase your energy bills by 5% to 30%. Stop the most severe drafts from the gap under your doorway with a “draft snake.” You may also roll up an old towel and seal off the most offensive draft in your home for no cost at all.
Use weather stripping in windowsills and door jambs where movement and flexibility are necessary. For more permanent leaks around your window or door frame, use caulking.
Step 2: Insulate
Insulation doesn’t just go between the walls. Add heavy drapes or air-cushion blinds to keep the warm air in and the cold air out. Also, when your water heater or pipes are warm to the touch, insulate them to keep costly energy from dissipating into the air.
Step 3: Circulate
Flip the switch on the side of your ceiling fan to pull cool air up and push warm air down around the room.
Step 4: Deduct
Invest in an Energy Star-certified solar water heater. The energy savings will pay for the equipment over time. Check with your utility company to find any rebates for energy-efficient water heaters.
Step 5: Wear a sweater
Keep it simple — save the most on your energy bill by turning down the thermostat and donning a sweater.
Stay warm — and give me a call when you’re thinking about selling!
