How to Winterize Your Home for Energy Efficiency

Many homeowners hear the weatherman say it’s time to winterize the house, but they’re not even sure what that means.

Winterizing a home means making it energy efficient — keeping cold air out and warm air in. Here’s a crash course on how to do that!

Outside the Home

  • Look for gaps around windows and doors, hose bibs, gas pipes and dryer vents. Seal big gaps with expandable foam; seal other gaps with caulk — use a color that matches your home so there’s no need for touch-up paint.
  • Use hose bib, or faucet, covers to insulate exposed water lines. They’re affordable, easy to install and ensure there’s no freeze damage whatsoever.

Heating Your Home

  • To save the most money, set your thermostat to 68 degrees Fahrenheit

Watch the full segment, featured on The Weather Channel’s “AMHQ,” above to learn more!


Further Learning

2 COMMENTS

  1. I got a duplex that was built in 1906. It has an amazingly good concrete foundation and from there up its wood. I am having bear of a time sealing the rough wood boards directly on the concrete. On the outside, I had two layers of insulation under the siding. We have a rap around concrete porch and all the way around where the siding meets the concrete, I’m worried about air leeks. Around the rest of the house, I also worry and in this case know air is leaking into the house. The concrete foundation is two feel off the ground and the siding starts.

    Any input would be appreciated.

    Thank You

    • Hi, Philip,
      Thanks for your question! We have forwarded it to the Today’s Homeowner Radio Show’s producer.
      He will contact you soon to discuss featuring it during an upcoming show.
      Take care!

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