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Frustrating, isn\u2019t it? <\/p>\nFrustrating, isn\u2019t it? <\/p>\n
You have no control over the weather, but it nonetheless has a large effect on your energy bills. So all you can do is protect yourself from it. <\/p>\n
The biggest problem with weather lies in the extremes. When the weather gets extremely hot or cold, it takes more electricity to keep your home comfortable. <\/p>\n
The real problem is the temperature difference between the indoors and outdoors. The greater that difference, the more inefficient you become. That\u2019s because air flows from hot to cold. <\/p>\n
In winter, your warm inside air naturally wants to find a way outside. And in summer, the hot air outside wants to find its way in. <\/p>\n
And finally, that\u2019s what makes insulating your home so valuable during weather extremes. Insulation minimizes air flow, which keeps you comfortable and sheltered from the outdoor elements. <\/p>\n
You don\u2019t need to hire a professional to do this, although you might if you want maximum energy savings. <\/p>\n
You can do many of these simple things yourself. And here\u2019s what you can do to protect your home from those nasty weather extremes: <\/p>\n
1. Seal Your Home <\/strong><\/p>\n Your ductwork is the place to start. You can easily seal the obvious gaps and cracks with mastic tape. <\/p>\n You\u2019ll also want to check around windows, doors, electrical outlets, and any entry\/access point between your home and the outdoors. Do the same between your ceiling and attic. And inspect the same between your attic and the outside. <\/p>\n You may not catch all the gaps and cracks a professional would. But, you can still easily find enough issues to offset the costs of sealing your home within a year. <\/p>\n