Home energy efficiency
Chantilly Real Estate Blog
November 29, 2010
In this 4-minute video from the DIY Network, you’ll learn how to identify your home’s leaky windows, and how to seal them with caulk. The job requires a little bit of elbow grease, but it’s manageable for even the notice handyman.
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Topics: Caulk, DIY, Energy-Saving, getting home energy efficient before selling, Home energy efficiency, selling your home in Chantilly
September 1, 2010
According to the U.S. Department of Energy, up to 30 percent of a home’s energy costs can be cut just by reducing drafts. For example, a 1/16-inch gap unsealed gap around a window is equivalent to leaving the window 3 inches open.
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Topics: Air Leaks, Department of Energy, DIY, Home energy efficiency