Frigid Cold Weather in the USA Creates Opportunity to Save

Frigid cold air has taken hold over much of the USA, with below zero readings from New Mexico and Texas up to New England.  Even parts of the Phoenix, AZ metro dropped to 19 or 20 degrees this week.

For much of the USA, the snow and cold means you are cooped up in your house with no where to go.

My recommendation: take this weather and make it an opportunity to save!

Cold, windy days are the best time to find sources of air infiltration.  Take some time and check the following areas.  You can use your hand to check for leaks or a stick of burning incense (carefully).

1. Around doors, especially the corners.
2. Around electrical outlets on exterior walls
3. Around light switches on exterior walls
4. Around recessed light fixtures in ceilings and on exterior walls
5. Around attic access points
6. Around windows 

When you find a leak, make a list, and then attack it when you get the opportunity.

Here are a few articles to help you better insulate and seal your home:

• Mind The Gap - How to Find and Fix Energy Leaks
• The Three Problem Areas of Windows
• And my series on doors

Keep warm!