Reduce the Wind Chill in Your House

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AMES, IA (01/14/2009)(readMedia)-- Winter drafts in your house can make you feel cold and have you turning up the thermostat. Reduce your household energy bill by making some simple energy-saving weatherization and insulation improvements to your home.

It's not too late, eliminate air leaks–then insulate

You may think that insulating should be the first step in making your home more energy efficient, but consider this: Air leaks through the ceiling, walls, foundation and other areas typically are the greatest sources of heat and cooling losses in a home. So, controlling air leaks is the best way to conserve energy, save money and increase your home's comfort. The bottom line is this: if you don't tighten up your home first, money spent on insulating may be wasted.

Learn more at home energy saving ideas by ordering free, easy to follow guides–the Home Series. Call or email the Iowa Energy Center today to order your books, (515) 294-8819 or iec@energy.iastate.edu.

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