It\u2019s been nice to have a break from those brutal Texas temperatures hasn\u2019t it? But believe it or not, they\u2019re not all that far away from coming back again.<\/p>\n
With the cooler weather, at least you can add a layer to get comfortable again. But with the hot weather, you can only remove so many layers until you have no more to remove and risk arrest!<\/p>\n
All joking aside, air sealing can be a way to control the comfort and efficiency within your home.<\/p>\n
Read this brief guide to understand how to better approach it for max savings:<\/p>\n
1. Where to Seal <\/strong><\/p>\n Technically, your whole home needs to be sealed. You might consider hiring a professional to do the work.<\/p>\n But, maybe you don\u2019t have the cash to fork over to someone else to identify the problems and cover the costs for fixing them.<\/p>\n Your attic, windows, doors, floor, and fireplace are the biggest culprits when it comes to letting air in and out of your home.<\/p>\n And you\u2019ll also want to check where plumbing, wiring, and ductwork comes through the wall, floor, or ceiling.<\/p>\n Your attic needs both insulation and air sealing. You most likely will be able to feel air escaping around your windows and doors, which requires air sealing.<\/p>\n Your floor may need insulation and cracks around the perimeter to be sealed. While your fireplace has a damper, you also need to do air sealing on it for maximum efficiency.<\/p>\n 2. Finding Air Leaks<\/strong><\/p>\n Locating the true source of air leaks around your home can be quite challenging. In fact, it can even be hard for the professionals to do!<\/p>\n But if you can\u2019t afford to hire a pro right now, then simply light an incense stick and pass it around your home. Wait to see the smoke disturbed, which tells you air is moving.<\/p>\n This isn\u2019t a foolproof solution. But it can help you identify most of the major sources of air leaks.<\/p>\n