Regardless of the view from your window, it is likely to change in the coming months. Many places in the United States and Canada are anticipating the time when leaves change color and pumpkin spice flows freely. But beyond those festive seasons, many of us will look outside to a blanket of white covering the ground. Granted, those days are a few months off and most of us would rather not think about it yet, but this is a good time to start working on your annual winterizing plan.
One of the most-important areas to consider preparing in your home is the window. Windows lose more heat every year than any other part of your home. Sealing around the window will help to eliminate drafts and help keep the cold out.
Another thing to consider using is a clear plastic film around your windows. This can create an added barrier and save your windows from all of the condensation and frost that may form on your window panes. This is especially true in places like the bathroom. Believe it or not, this can help to reduce the amount of mold or mildew that can form during those days which get a little warmer too.
Taking just a few minutes per window each fall is a great way to lower your heating costs, reduce those drafts, and reduce condensation and frost on your windows. Doing the little things right is the best way to keep your home in better shape year round.
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