Bartlett Heating and Air Recommends Sealing Air Leaks Before the Winter!

The fall is here and the cold air will soon be on its way. We got a taste of that arctic air this past weekend. One of the things you can do to help seal out the cold and keep in the warm air in your home is to seal any leaks you may have. Sealing your leaks will help keep you warm and it will save you money on your energy bills too! Here are a few tips on how to find and seal air leaks before the winter comes. To find leaks you should start by walking around the outside of your home and look for big holes and cracks. The bigger holes and cracks are typically found where the foundation meets the walls. Also make sure to check around any piping and electrical outlets because air sometimes slips through there. On the inside walk around again looking for holes and cracks. You can use a tissue to hold over anything you think might be leaking air. The tissue will move and blow around when the air blows through. Make note of all the spots you have to fix. Be sure to really inspect the doors and windows because they tend to have the biggest air leaks in the home. If you have a fireplace, they tend to also leak air. The way you can fix the leaks is simple. For the leaks that need no movement like a wall or ceiling you can use caulk. Caulk can be found at the hardware store and is pretty inexpensive. For the leaks around doors, windows, and other things that need movement you should get weatherstripping. This seals off the air and allows for movement. Weatherstripping is also found at the hardware store for an inexpensive price. If your leaks area around places like the fireplace and other areas that generate heat you need another source of sealing that is fireproof. Your HVAC technicians like the ones at Bartlett Heating and Air will be able to recommend how to and seal up those leaks for you so call Bartlett Heating and Air today! Sealing up any leaks before the cold winter air comes is important for your comfort and your wallet!