Draft-Proof Your House for the coming Winter

Seal up and save on electricity costs this winter!

No matter how complex and baffling the electrical situation is in South Africa, homeowners are definitely seeing its results in skyrocketing electrical bills.

 

A few small tips can ensure you are getting the most out of your heating systems this winter by not allowing any of the precious heat and energy to unnecessarily escape.

• Ensure all windows can seal properly.
• Ensure that window frames and cills are properly sealed with no gaps.
• Install weather strips / door sweeps on the bottom of all exterior doors.
• Caulking around foundation walls, pipe outlets, clothes dryer vent, electric switches, plug outlets and other gaps on the outside of the house.
• Do not heat rooms that are not in use.
• Develop energy saving window habits - open curtains and blinds allowing sun in and keep shaded windows curtains closed to preserve heat.

Just following these few simple tips and changing a few habits will help keep in that valuable warmth this winter.

For assistance with any of the above projects visit our website at www.megaprojects101.co.za and give us a call.