Windows are wonderful features that can add beauty to a home. Unfortunately, they can also be a drain on your energy bills if they are not properly maintained. Especially in older homes, a significant amount of air is lost around windows. Fortunately, there are some easy fixes that can both improve your energy bill and help your home stay more comfortable.
Of course, one fix is to replace older windows with newer, more energy-efficient ones. In many cases, much of the cost of the new windows will be gained back over time with lower energy bills. However, you don't always have to make such a big change to fix your energy leaks. Here are some options to consider:
For more information about maintaining the windows in your Hampton Roads-area home, contact Russell's Heating & Cooling today. Our goal is to help educate our customers in Chesapeake, Virginia and surrounding areas about energy and home comfort issues (specific to HVAC systems). For more information about window maintenance and other HVAC topics, download our free Home Comfort Guide or call us at 757-750-1831. Credit/Copyright Attribution: “Hans/pixabay”