4 Benefits of Window Weather Stripping, Check Yours Today!

4 Benefits of Window Weather Stripping, Check Yours Today!
October 26, 2020 Michael Brockbank 0 Comments energy conservation, home repair, weather stripping
Raise your hand if you’ve ever put a towel in the window to stop the cold air or moisture from coming into the house. As both of my hands go up, it’s a silly practice once you realize how cheap and easy it is to add window weather stripping.

Today, I’m going over a few of the more prominent benefits of checking your windows before winter hits. And, I’ll touch on where you add it and the cost of doing it yourself.

In reality, adding weather stripping is one of the easiest things to do in the home.

4 Practical Reasons to Check the Window Weather Stripping
Making sure your weather stripping is in prime condition does a lot for the home. Not only does it stop cold air from coming through the windows, but it can save you a TON of money in the long run.

And yes, all of this contributes to living greener.

1. Curbs Cold Blasts of Air
When you’re sitting on the couch watching a moving, the last thing you expect is a cool breeze across the back of your neck. The same can be said when standing in the shower or when you’re trying to sleep.

Well, unless the cool air provides a bit of comfort. I know I sleep better when the temperature is much lower.

But for those who don’t like sudden chills, cool air coming through your windows might be the culprit. I lived in a trailer so riddled with holes I used to say it was our “block of swiss cheese.” And the windows played a big part in cooling the trailer in the winter.

2. Internal Water Damage to the Window and Walls
When your window weather stripping is rotted or leaving gaps when shut, this can cause an issue with water damage. From rain to snow, any moisture can start to rot the sill, wood frames, and drywall.

Over time, this can cause an incredible amount of damage, which leads to hefty repair bills. Depending on how long you let the problem continue, you’re easily looking at thousands of dollars worth of repair.

And what if the damage is occurring above a power socket? Have you ever tried to plug something into a wet outlet? It’s quite disconcerting.

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