It’s still pretty warm out, but it’s always good to start early. Here’s our list of ways to keep your home well insulated and energy efficient for the cold weather.
1. Take your window A/C units out. If you must keep them in, put a cover on them.
2. Caulk or insulate any drafty holes around windows and doors.
3. Make sure all heating/cooling ducts are sealed.
4. Don’t forget to close your fireplace flue.
5. If you have an attic, that should be insulated. You should even put insulation on the hatch.
6. Check for drafts around vents and faucets. Put insulation behind all exterior wall switch plates (they sell “special” stuff for this).
7. If you have antique windows, you can get historic storm windows. There’s nothing historic about them, but they are nearly invisible. We went with Allied Storm Windows.
8. Insulate exposed pipes and water heater.
9. Don’t forget to turn off your outside hose/faucet. It can freeze and pipes will burst!
10. Turn on your heat before it gets too cold so you know it’s working properly. You don’t want any surprises the first time the temperature really drops.