Attic Insulation
Insulating your attic is a great way to keep your home warm in the winter. It also helps lower your energy costs by limiting air leaks.
There are several types of insulation that you can use to insulate your attic: Loose fill fiberglass, cellulose, and batt (the common term for blanket insulation). Once you’ve decided which type is right for you, shop around for prices and materials.
Before insulating your attic, check for mould or mildew. This is a sign that you may have wet insulation or moisture problems due to roof leaks, which need to be addressed before adding the new material.
Storm Doors
If you want to keep your home insulated in the winter, storm doors are a great option. They keep the heat out and allow natural breezes to pass through the house.
Installing a storm door is a DIY project that can be completed in a day or two if you’re comfortable with the task. Many kits include preassembled parts and instructions that make the process easy.
Seal Doors And Windows
Keeping your home insulated in the winter is key to staying cosy and saving money on energy costs. Air leaks around windows and doors can account for 30 to 40 percent of your heating and cooling bills.
Sealing gaps and cracks with quality, silicone caulk is an effective way to reduce cold drafts. In addition, caulk will also help keep bugs and pests out of your home.
A few tubes of high-grade silicone caulk go a long way and will be very cost-effective in the long run.
Cover Pipes
Keeping your home insulated in the winter can help to keep water pipes from freezing and bursting, which can result in thousands of dollars in damage. The most vulnerable pipes are those that run through unheated areas like basements and attics.
Insulation products can be purchased for these pipes, such as a pipe sleeve or electrical heat tape. These products are easy to place around pipes and can prevent them from freezing