Caulking for Doors and windows - Save money and warm this winter!
Previously, we explored the topic about time to prepare the house. (Have a look Here)
The topics for discussion included the inspection and verification of doors and windows.
Are you fully prepared to welcome winter? We are sure that you want to reduce home's energy use and save monney. Don't you?
Electricity is your main source of heaiting? Did you know that up to 25% of your home’s heat may be escaping. Whether we realize it or not, air leaks could amount to a hole the size of a basketball. It will worth spending a few minutes to read the following article to love winter.
Hydro-Québec helps you save money with cheap solutions. We will help you have a better understanding of all these.
What you need? Cheap investment.
- Caulking gun. (Be sure to choose a good quality caulking compound. Too much cheap compounds are often difficult to apply and could stay in your storage.)
- Caulking compound. (such as silicone)
- Rag.
- Bowl of soapy water.
- Foam backer rod or foam rope. (if necessary)
- Lit candle or a thin sheet of paper. (if necessary)
- Other tools. (if necessary)
Caulking: An easy, worthwhile and cheap project!
1- First Identify carrefully the areas to be caulked.
2- Clean the areas to be caulked
3- Prepare caulking cartidge by following instructions
4- Apply caulking compound by following instructions
5- Smooth the joint With a finger dipped in soapy water to prevent the compound from sticking to your finger.
Be carreful, doors and windows are note the only common air leakks you can seal. Air leaks may occur at various locations in your house like electrical outlets, fireplace, attic hatch, etc.
Good job. Experience winter in all its wonder now!
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