How to Seal Air Leakage Inside Your Home

Air leakages are thus an underlying reason for higher fuel bills. Therefore, people should fix such leaks as soon as possible.
By: Paul Whiffin
 
March 14, 2011 - PRLog -- Air leakage can prove to be a major problem which affects the quality of indoor air. Such leakages tend to facilitate the entry of cold air from outside. This eventually increases the overall energy required to heat the entire building. Air leakages are thus an underlying reason for higher fuel bills. Thus, people should fix such leaks as soon as possible.

Why fix such leaks?

Besides the bills aspect, it is essential to fix such leaks to reduce carbon emissions. Such leakages also allow the entry of dust particles as well. This may affect the health of individuals who are allergic to dust. Asthma patients are at a greater risk when it comes to dust particles.

How do you fix leaks?

This is probably the next most important question that is bothering you. You are wondering about the different ways in which you can seal these leaks. Here is a small guide that will help you.

You should firstly weather strip all the window frames and doors.
Caulking is another method which can be employed to fix such leaks.
Similarly, you can apply a plastic film on window and door frames. You can purchase these kits from local hardware stores.
Some of the other areas that should be sealed are around electrical outlets and ducts.
Follow the above mentioned steps and get rid of air leakages once and for all. It is recommended that you consult an air testing company to help you in this.

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A.T. Solutions is a specialist provider of air pressure testing and acoustic design and testing services to the residential and commercial property industries. Compliance testing on all building types for Building Regulations Part L and Part E .
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Source:Paul Whiffin
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Tags:Air Testing, Air Leakage Testing, Air Permeability Testing, Commercial Air Testing, Domestic Air Testing
Industry:Building, Energy efficiency
Location:Hertfordshire - England
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