Air Sealing
Air Sealing Benefits
Air sealing can drastically reduce energy efficiency in homes by letting conditioned air escape while allowing outside air to enter. This not only increases energy bills but also creates uncomfortable indoor conditions. Addressing air infiltration helps stabilize indoor temperatures, keeping your home warm during the winter and cool in the summer. Furthermore, sealing leaks reduces outdoor noise, making your living space more peaceful and enjoyable.
At Anderson Heating, Air & Insulation we focus on identifying and fixing leaks, especially in hidden areas that often go unnoticed. By properly sealing these gaps, you can significantly boost energy efficiency, enhance comfort, and reduce the strain on your heating and cooling systems.
Here are the essential steps in a comprehensive air sealing project:
- Fill and Seal Insulation Gaps: Seal cracks or openings in insulation to prevent airflow and maximize its effectiveness.
- Caulk Wall, Ceiling, and Floor Joints: Apply caulk to structural joints to create a continuous air barrier and eliminate leaks.
- Close Gaps Around Plumbing, Wiring, and Ductwork: Use caulk or expanding foam to seal areas where plumbing, electrical wiring, and ductwork penetrate walls or ceilings.
- Weatherstrip Doors and Windows: Install weatherstripping to doors and windows to block drafts and prevent energy loss.
- Install Door Gaskets: Add pliable gaskets to the bottoms of exterior doors and thresholds to stop air movement.
- Fill Larger Gaps: Use expanding foam to close large openings, such as those around baseboards, portals, and other problem areas.
- Add Foam Gaskets Behind Outlet Covers: Install foam gaskets behind outlets and switch plates to reduce air leaks in these frequently overlooked areas.
- Seal Around Heat Sources: Use fire-resistant materials, such as sheet metal or furnace cement caulk, to close gaps around furnaces, water heaters, and chimneys.
By giving us a call at Anderson Heat, Air & Insulation we can create a more energy-efficient, comfortable, and quiet home.
kim price2025-01-17They fixed it it was an old heater and they did a very good job it's been in there since after the blizzard of 93 and they got it runningDennis Burnette2025-01-16Great service. I felt the techs were very knowledgeable.Patt Bryant2025-01-09Great work and people. Called before coming, showed up on time and quickly did the job. We will definitely call them again!Matt Chastain2025-01-09Well use Anderson again. Technician Trevor Jones came to the house right before a potentially bad storm and diagnosed and fixed our heating problems very efficiently. He went out of his way to check out my hvac as well. It's always nice to call a technician and not have to worry about the work they do or the price. Very fair and timely and glad to have a good tech I can call the next time something inevitably tears up!4shapenotes42025-01-06Very professional, prompt, polite and friendly. Great explanation of what was wrong and what needed to be done to correct it. On time and went out of their way to do a great job!Trevor Parker2024-12-30Trevor arrived within the time frame of our appointment. He was wonderful in diagnosing our unit's needs and making the repairs to get everything in working condition. He was very professional, courteous, knowledgeable, and patient in answering our questions. We recommend him and will gladly use his services again in the future.