Unusual Sources of Heat Loss

Ways Heat is Escaping Your Home

One of the most frustrating things for any homeowner is when they receive their utility bill in the mail to find out that it has increased significantly. And while there’s a chance you’re relying on your heating system a tad more now than in previous months, there’s also a possibility that you’ve been using it much more since your home is prone to heat loss.

If you’re unsure how your house could be losing heat in the winter, here are a few prime locations to keep in mind.

Windows

Believe it or not, one of the most significant ways homeowners lose heat in their homes is through the windows themselves. Although they’re typically closed in the winter — even in Southern California — there’s a chance that heat may be escaping through the cracks within each pane.

To help combat this, consider applying weatherstripping to your windows. And for those panes of glass that have seen better days, think about sealing them in plastic; that way, you’ll be able to lock in the warmth your heater produces, as well as maximize your home’s energy efficiency.

Doors

While windows are a large part of heat loss, so are doors that lead outside. Even if they’re closed all the way, a nearing-retirement door (or one that lacks proper insulation) could be letting cold air in and hot air out. However, just like the windows in your home, sealing a door is a quick and straightforward fix.

To help lock the heat in your home, consider investing in a door snake. These inexpensive bean bag-like tubes sit at the bottom of the door and will block any frigid air from entering. To take this a step further, you can even opt to install a door sweep — a broom-esc fixture that attaches to the bottom of the door and will make it nearly impossible for heat to escape.

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