Did you realize that there are hidden leaks in your home causing you to lose money month after month? Whenever you switch on your heating system during those chilly winter days, a significant amount of warm air escapes through tiny cracks and gaps in various rooms, leading to wasted energy and increased heating usage. By effectively sealing these leaks within your home, you can retain more warm air and reduce your heating needs, ultimately cutting down on your monthly energy expenses.
At Green Canada Energy Advisor, we offer homeowners a comprehensive home energy audit designed to identify areas where air leakage is occurring and suggest improvements for enhanced energy efficiency and air sealing. We also assist homeowners in Ontario in applying for energy rebates that provide additional savings and advantages related to energy expenses. Our energy auditors will handle all the required paperwork to ensure you qualify for these rebates after completing their evaluations.
Contact Green Canada Energy Advisor today to schedule an appointment with our certified energy experts. They possess the expertise to effectively seal different parts of your home, ensuring your utmost comfort wherever you are. Discover several strategies to address air leaks in your home and understand why immediate sealing is crucial.
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How Can I Detect Air Leaks in My Home?
When you engage one of our skilled energy auditors, they will help pinpoint areas where air leakage is occurring. Identifying air leaks can be challenging, but some initial signs include detecting musty odors, experiencing drafty rooms, or observing ice dams in certain corners of your living space. Spider webs can also offer insight into restricted airflow within your home.
The most apparent indicator of air leaks is when you sense drafts near windows or doors. Once you’ve located the source of air leakage, you and the auditor can collaborate to effectively seal it. Another sign of air leakage is the buildup of condensation on your windows or the presence of mold nearby. Defective seals can result in increased moisture accumulation and mold growth around cracks and windows.
Air leaks can also be discovered by identifying holes, cracks, and penetrations in your home. Pay attention to areas with wiring, plumbing, lighting, or ductwork, as air leakage is often prevalent in these locations. Other common areas for air leakage encompass electrical outlets, attic entrances, bathroom fan vents, dryer vents, kitchen fans, outdoor faucets, and many other spots.
While you can identify several air leakage points on your own, an energy auditor can provide valuable guidance if needed.
Why Should I Seal Air Leaks in My Home?
The primary reason to seal air leaks in your home is to eliminate drafts and prevent heat loss from open areas that allow cold air to infiltrate. Various materials such as caulk, spray foam, metal flashing, weather stripping, and rigid foam are employed to seal air leaks. The suitability of different sealants depends on your home’s location and the severity of the air leakages.
Effectively sealing air leaks significantly reduces energy costs. Energy loss contributes to higher monthly expenses and can negatively impact indoor air quality and comfort levels. Consequently, your HVAC system works harder, causing up to 20% of your AC’s energy output to escape outdoors. This loss of conditioned air should ideally be contained within your home.
When your HVAC system is strained, you’ll spend more money operating it regularly, leading to increased HVAC-related expenses. Moreover, overworking your system might lead to breakdowns and costly replacements down the line. If you’re interested in preventing air leaks and sealing various areas, inspect your windows, doors, sliding doors, and any other openings that expose your home to the elements.
While air leakage might seem inconsequential to some homeowners, it holds particular importance in keeping your home comfortably cool during the summer while reducing monthly energy costs. An effective way to address air leaks is by caulking your home’s windows.
How Much Energy Can Window Caulking Save?
Caulking windows yields substantial energy savings by preventing airflow from escaping or entering your rooms and by averting excess moisture buildup. This translates to reduced energy reliance for maintaining a comfortable, cool indoor temperature, resulting in lower electricity bills each month. Through window caulking, you could potentially save an average of 5% to 10% on your monthly energy bills.
To benefit from special energy rebates and effectively seal off air leaks, reach out to Green Canada Energy Advisor today to connect with one of our professionals. Start working with us now to reduce your monthly energy expenses and schedule a home energy assessment with our team.
