Energy-saving windows are only as good as their caulk and weatherstripping. Go ahead, triple the panes and fill the gaps with argon. The windows will still be drafty and waste energy if the frames ...

The onset of winter means falling temperatures, with furnaces starting to kick on for the first time in months. But what happens when that furnace keeps grinding away, burning precious energy, without ...

Weather-stripping kits for windows and doors can be found at most hardware stores, says Jamison Brown, a home inspector in Poquoson. These kits include foam with a self-stick backing, can be cut with ...

One way to keep your home warmer this winter is to replace or install weatherstripping around your doors and windows. Weatherstripping seals the gaps around doors and windows to prevent warm air from ...

As the fall and winter seasons start to set in, it's undoubtedly time to think about how to prep your home for cold weather. Plunging temperatures, wet conditions, and strong winds can wreak serious ...

Your windows have a greater impact on your winter heating bills than you might realize. According to the U.S. Energy Department, heat loss through windows accounts for 25% to 30% of residential ...

One of the best ways to save on a heating bill is to make sure a home is well sealed. One way is to do that is with insulation in a home’s attic and walls. That’s basically like covering your home ...