Winter and Windows, the two can bring so much pleasure when you have a view of the weather, but can also bring higher heating bills if not dealt with properly.
Here are a few ideas to get your windows ready for the upcoming winter weather.
1) Close the storm windows. If you are not in the habit of opening your regular windows during the warmer months you may not have noticed the storm windows are up. Check to make sure they are all down.
2) Consider changing out summer weight curtains for thermal backed ones. Having a thermal weight curtain over a shear is a great way to keep out the heat in the summer and keep in the warmth in the winter. When the sun is bearing down on the west side of the house in the summer I can close the thermals to help keep the house cooler. In the winter I can close the thermals on the side of the house a storm is blowing in from and at night close them to keep in the warmth.
3) If you have older windows check around the edges to see if air is leaking through. If it is, consider clear window tape for the winter. Curtains can hide it and it will be worth it to save on the heating bill.
4) If your heating vents are in the floor and positioned under a window purchase the redirection vent covers to keep the heat from blowing straight up into the window.
5) One last thing, if you haven't taken down the curtains and blinds to wash out the summer dust, do it it soon.
Stay warm.
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