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Easy Ways to Detect Air Leaks

Published on March 26, 2015
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Easy Ways to Detect Air Leaks

Doing everything you can to keep your home’s energy efficiency levels high is an easy decision. When you make sure your HVAC systems aren’t working harder than they have to, you’re not just saving energy, you’re saving money. One way your home may be losing efficiency is through air leaks.

The most common leaks are from drafts coming through your windows or doors. These air leaks are fairly easy to find, but air leakage can also come from less obvious spaces throughout your home. Take advantage of the suggestions below to complete your own energy assessment.

Inside your home

First, you’ll want to look around your windows and doors. If they shake easily or you can see light coming in between the door and the frame, they’re leaking and likely wasting energy and money, as well. Seal them with caulk or weather-stripping to eliminate the leak.

Next, search your home for cracks and gaps in the following areas:

  • Electrical outlets and light switches
  • Electrical and gas service entrances
  • Baseboards
  • Attic doors or hatches
  • Fireplaces
  • Wall and window air conditioning units
  • Cable and phone lines
  • Vents and fans

If you find air leaks around your home, use the Department of Energy’s tips for sealing leaks.

Outside your house

  • Check exterior corners, making sure the two sides match up correctly and there are no gaps
  • See if there are cracks or holes around outdoor water faucets
  • Make sure siding is properly aligned next to windows and chimneys
  • Note gaps where siding or bricks meet your foundation

A DIY energy assessment can be effective for a number of air leaks in your home, but for even more energy savings, bring in a professional. Experts can do a comprehensive energy assessment, which includes a blower door test that can help detect major sources of energy loss in your home, and let you know how to fix them for improved energy efficiency. Contact TML Service Experts Heating & Air Conditioning in Boise for a professional energy assessment at 208-488-4892.

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