Even though drafts are a common source of high energy bills, multiple solutions solve this heating problem. Finding, containing and fixing drafts is easy with Warner Service. Here's how to understand and cope with winter drafts in your home.
Four tried-and-true methods to discovering drafts around your home include the following:
If you feel a soft breeze when you stand close to a window or door, a draft is near.
Turn off any appliance that creates an air disturbance, like the stove. Walk around with a lit candle or a stick of incense. If the flame flickers or burns out, a draft is near.
Hang a plastic bag around a coat hanger, and place it around windows or doors that lead to the outside. If a draft flows in your home, the plastic bag blows.
Call a professional to do a clean sweep of your home for drafts.
HVAC Pro Tip: Many homeowners prefer calling an HVAC professional to these do-it-yourself solutions. For an expert opinion on heating problems, call Warner Service. We'll identify where the draft is coming from and how to fix it.
Drafts are one of the worst heating problems to have, especially during the winter. Windows, doors, electrical outlets, chimneys and fireplaces, and unoccupied rooms are all susceptible. It's possible to find a solution to this heating problem, though, with a few DIY techniques.
Find dark, thick curtains; weatherstripping; caulk; and more to create a solution to this heating problem.
If you prefer a professional’s help, call Warner Service for our heating experts.