Brummet's Conscious Blog

Today's increasing energy costs, shrinking budgets and stagnant wages are a growing concern. For those of us living in the more extreme climates that require extra heating in the winter months or relief from the blazing summer heat, there are tricks to increase our comfort and lower those bills.  Windows are one of the worst sources of energy waste. Older windows especially, however even the double or tripled glazed windows will leak if they aren’t maintained properly. The first thing to do is to wander the exterior of the building and caulk any gaps between the window and the window frame, and then between the window frame and the exterior wall. Go inside, and repeat the process. Some homes already have storm windows, but if you don't, it is easy to construct your own using clear plastic and a wooden frame made to the exact size of each window. Use wing nuts to easily secure the frame in place. In the spring remove the frames and store in a safe place for future use. It is hel...