Proper home ventilation is a good thing. Uncontrolled air seeping in through cracks and holes in your home isn’t. Seal up those drafty leaks with these home insulation tips and make sure everything is properly insulated for energy conservation, cost savings and a comfortable, healthier home.
Since hot air rises, the attic is a prime candidate for escaping air, reducing energy savings.
Open windows and your home’s entrances naturally let air escape or sneak in. But leaks near these areas result in energy inefficiencies. For energy savings:
Outside air can find its way into cracks, and then sneak up into the rest of your home, reducing energy savings.
1. Energy Star
2. Minnesota Department of Commerce (PDF, 6.85 MB)
3. Minnesota Department of Commerce (PDF, 387.37 KB)
4. Energy Star (storm windows)
5. Energy Star