Summer is winding down but don't wait until you pack up the lawn furniture to prepare your home for winter. Now is the perfect time to start weatherizing for the cold days ahead. Because many of the steps you take to prepare for winter save energy year-round, you'll be making your home cooler and more comfortable in summer as well.
As the fall chill sets in, feel around all of your doors and windows for any drafts, and seal them with caulking or weather stripping. Prep, prime and paint all your weathered doors before the rain hits. Check the seals around vents (dryers, bathrooms and kitchens) and chimneys and replace or repair them as necessary. To avoid water damage, don't forget to clean out your gutters before the heavy rain hits. Depending on the age of your home and the type of insulation in the attic, it may also be feasible and recommended to put an additional layer of insulation over the original. All of these steps will reduce heat loss and help prevent cold drafts from entering your home, thus reducing your heating bills and keep you warm on those chilly nights.
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