Your window insulation is the perfect place to begin to get your windows ready for cooler temps. Here’s how to get your windows ready for cooler temps:
HOW DO YOUR WINDOWS LOOK AND FEEL?
Check for cracked or damaged window frames, which can contribute to poor insulation. On a cool day, run your hand around the edges of the window to feel for
cool air entering your house.
CHECK FOR DRAFTS
Hold a candle or lighter near the edges of your window and check to see whether the flame moves. This means air is coming in.
LOOK FOR CONDENSATION
Excessive condensation on the inside of your windows might indicate that warm air is coming in contact with a cold surface, which in turn means poor insulation.
CHECK THE WEATHER STRIPPING
The condition of the weather stripping around the window can greatly affect your window’s performance. Replace cracked or worn weather stripping.
TRY A THERMAL IMAGING CAMERA
If you own one or have access to one, a thermal imaging camera is a great tool to identify areas of heat loss around your windows.
Getting your windows ready for colder temps is a great start to making sure your home is ready for fall.