#1: Weather Stripping A simple and inexpensive way to reduce your heating/cooling costs is to install weather stripping. Check around windows, doors for any gaps or air leaks and seal them with new weather stripping. Around the perimeter of your house you can use caulk to fill visible gaps and weather stripping as applicable. #2: Windows Inspect your windows to ensure that there are no air leaks around the sides (see weather stripping). If you have single pane windows, consider installing more energy-efficient double pane windows. #3: Attic Insulation Most of the heat in your house will escape through the attic. This is because heat rises and most homes are not adequately insulated under the roof. Fiberglass insulation is an easy fix to this problem. You could save up to 20% on your heating bill by appropriately insulating your house. #4: Ductwork You should check your ductwork for air leakage. An average of 25% of the air that moves
A guide identifying and rectifying roof damages caused by windy storms. A storm that produces no rain or hail can still damage your roof; strong winds can be just as bad a destroying force. Roofs are designed to resist typical winds, however, high winds can create stress points on a roof. These gusts can weaken your roof over time. Replacing missing shingles and fixing initial roof damage quickly is important to prevent further damages such as water leaks and rising energy costs that will result from a compromised roof system. How Wind Damages Your Roof The pattern in which wind flows over a roof is not uniform. Certain areas can be more susceptible to higher wind pressures, such as the corners and perimeters. Other areas like the center of the roof are likely to experience wind gusts at lower pressures. Most wind damage starts at the roof's edge. However, anywhere where there is loose roofing material, there is risk for damage. If the wind is able to get