KATHY'S HOME & GARDEN TIPS - MAKING YOUR HOME MORE HEAT EFFICIENT - PART 1
MAKING THE HOME MORE HEAT EFFICIENT WITH LOW TECH SOLUTIONS - Part 1 With heating costs rising, people are eager to heat their homes without breaking the bank. But despite newer technologies that detect energy loss, many people waste energy because they lack fundamental knowledge of low tech fixes.
Check Insulation.
Having a newer home does not guarantee that your insulation is adequate. Make sure your insulation depth is enough for today's standards. Filling in cracks and gaps, especially in the attic, will keep your home warmer in winter.
Remember Basements.
We often ignore the basement. It can be a big source of energy loss. Use the spray foam around pipes that go outside. We also seal our door that goes outside. It's really not necessary to use it during the winter. A piece of rigid foam cut to fit snugly can help quite well with heat loss.
Attics.
Make sure the whole house fan is covered. Heat rises and much can be lost here. If you have pull down stairs, purchase a kit to cover the stairs or scuttle opening.
These tips will surely help with heating but will also keep the house cooler in summer. More next week.
HAVE YOU GOT LOW TECH SOLUTIONS TO MAKE YOUR HOME HEAT EFFICIENT THAT YOU WANT TO SHARE? Let me know.
DEAN'S TEAM HOME & GARDEN EDITOR,
KATHLEEN WEAVER ZECH
