Drapes
- Keep drapes open on windows facing the sun in the daytime, but close all drapes at night.
- Keeping shades and drapes closed will reduce chill from cold windows, lessen drafts, and reduce costs.
Storm Doors
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Close storm doors as well as your regular door. You need both to cut energy costs.
- Seal air leaks by caulking and weather-stripping doors. That keeps heat in - and heating costs down.
Storm Windows
Install them! They pay for themselves by keeping cold air out.
Windows
- Repair broken windows. Even a small crack drives up fuel bills.
- For a loose window, use caulk. Tightening loose panes cuts the cold coming into the house.