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Whats the best way to do this without breaking the bank?
In my experience homes with not enough attic insulation lose a lot of heat through the roof.
Door sweeps are placed at the bottom of the door.
This is themost common areawhere air can seep in from the outside.
First double-check the area is clean when attaching, Robinson added.
Stick the sweep to the bottom of the door and you are good to go.
verify the sweep slightly touches thefloor or door spacefor maximum efficiency.
Get a Smart Thermostat
How old is your home and how outdated is your thermostat?
Investing in a programmable or smart thermostat is another game changer, Margulis explained.
These devices pay for themselves quickly by allowing you to control the temperature exactly to your schedule.
Many smart thermostats also give youenergy usage insightsso you might make informed decisions about your heating habits.
[Its] a great way to prevent air from getting into your home, he said.
Seal the cracks and you most likely will be good to go.
You will have to cut away any overflow.
Use a sharp knife or razor blade to do so.
This style of air protection is best forolder style doorsthat may have shifted over years or decades or use.
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