Seal Air Leaks
February 16, 2012
Controlling indoor dust is an important part of maintaining a clean, healthy living environment. Countless studies have shown a link between airborne dust particles and respiratory problems such as allergies, asthma and colds. Try using the following tips to reduce or eliminate indoor dust for a cleaner, healthier home: Leave dirt at the door: Any dirt that is tracked in by your shoes or boots can easily be kicked up into the air by everyday foot traffic. You can avoid this […]
May 7, 2013
If you’re looking for an effective way to both reduce airborne irritants in your home’s air and lower your conditioning bills, consider air sealing. It’s a project that most homeowners can manage, doesn’t cost an arm and a leg, and you’ll be able to tell the difference in both your cooling and heating bills and personal comfort and health. The following is a do-it-yourself method to locate air leaks: First turn on the kitchen and bathroom exhaust, then close all […]
August 22, 2013
Sealing air leaks is a great way to ensure your home’s cooling and heating systems remain effective without having to work extra hard to cool or heat your home. For example, sealing leaks ensures cool air stays indoors and the hot air outside during the hot Georgia summer. This will save you money and create a much more comfortable home environment. The best strategy when sealing air leaks is to start big and go down from there: Big leaks: When sealing air leaks, it’s […]
May 8, 2014
Many homeowners assume that sealing air leaks is only important in winter, and only in areas with harsh winters that are much colder than those we have here in Georgia. However, sealing air leaks is just as important in hot weather, and, with another scorching summer approaching, homeowners could save a lot of energy and money on air conditioning by sealing air leaks in their homes as soon as possible. The first step in the sealing process is detecting all of your home’s […]