Some helpful tips and items to keep your home warm.....or keep the heat out.
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Overall home assessment items
This HAD to be one of the best things i've done. Don't want someone random in your house? Want a low cost diy energy assessment. I got mine in 2.5 days. Absolutely amazing tips that I just started to implement. Some you can 100% do yourself and...
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Windows
Before you caulk those windows. I didn't know windows might need to be recaulked and I just did mine and have had great results as there aren't anymore subtle drafts coming in. Seal up your house before winter.
The Dos and Don'ts of Caulking Windows - Bob Vila
Caulk to touch up your windows
Window & Door - Caulk
I didn't know how useful this stupid thing was until I got one. Great for removing and touching up after application.
Husky 3-in-1 Caulk Tool CT31-HKY
I got dark cellular shades for all the rooms in the house. They're great and work.
allen + roth 34-in x 64-in White Blackout Cordless Cellular Shade
I bought UV window tint for in our house. This summer our bill stayed pretty low. Its also great for those low bathroom windows. We have a small window and I am pretty tall but no one can see if im showering.
Uv Window Film
You really don't need anything fancy to apply caulk
Hand Caulking Guns
Keep it simple. If your windows are less than stellar and its the winter time, seal them up.
Window Plastic Insulation
Attic
Do NOT bother with the foil type attic covers. Get this one. Absolutely holds in the heat and keeps the drafts down from the attic.
Duck Brand Stairway Attic Energy Saving Cover
Read about attic venting
Attic pros: should the joists be filled with insulation? Should I cover vent with ...
I hate to say i love spray foam, but I do. Absolutely necessary. When you put the attic cover on, you want to make sure everything is well insulated around the entrance itself. For example I had gaps in between the pull down area and the wood encl...
Foam Insulation
Rafter vents. Necessary when putting insulation in an attic or enclosing the area.
Installing Rafter Vents
Basement
Sealing and insulating rim joists
A DO-IT-YOURSELF GUIDE TO SEALING AND INSULATING WITH ...
Doors
Door seals for your doorway
Door Seals
Make sure your doors have door sweeps
Door Sweeps
What should your front or back door be?
Choosing the Best Energy-Efficient Doors: Buyers' Guide
