Saturday 15 June 2013

Finding Inexpensive Insulation To Reduce Energy Costs

By David Burrows


Effectively installed insulation can really help to reduce home or business heating costs. Any building with old or poorly fitting windows will always be cold. The occupants will spend a lot of money to try and keep the place warm, but most of the warm air will escape out of the windows. At the same time cold air will constantly be coming in.

Draught proofing windows is actually quite easy. It is a project that can be tackled by most people, even those who have no DIY experience. Caulking is the process of removing the old silicone caulk from around the window panes. New caulk is then applied using an inexpensive caulk gun. This will block out many draughts and help to keep the warm air inside the home.

There are plenty of insulating products available at a local home improvement store. The helpful staff are available to advice and point out the most effective remedies. Many people are looking for something very inexpensive to use in a rental apartment. In these situations they do not want to spend much as they do not own the place.

The winter in London is notoriously damp. Even when the temperatures are not that low, it seems much colder because of the dampness and fog. Older homes can be a nightmare to heat and residents often find themselves paying out huge amounts of money on heating bills. A sash window draught proofing company can often help by offering some insulation ideas and tips. Many of these strategies are surprisingly inexpensive and do a great job.

When they are ready to tackle a project many people spend some time searching on line for ideas and help. You Tube is the perfect way to check out a free video that will show how to add insulating strips to windows. These foam strips have a self adhesive backing and are simply cut to the correct width and placed along the bottom track of a draughty window. They are very simple and easy to install, yet do a great job of blocking cold air and keeping the rooms warmer.

Window insulation kits are sold in most hardware and home improvement stores. They are very easy to use and the kit contains enough plastic sheets and double sided tape to cover several large windows. The plastic creates an air barrier and there is an immediate and noticeable difference in the indoor air temperature.

Investing in insulated curtains is also a great idea. They really keep out a lot of cold air and also add a nice colorful touch to a room.

Spending a little time on insulation can save a lot of money in the long run. It does not have to take up much time and most of the solutions are simple enough for anyone to do. Help is always available from the local hardware store.




About the Author:



No comments:

Post a Comment