How to identify where your home is losing heat and energy
In short: Learn the systematic process of conducting a whole-house energy audit. This guide explains how to use specialized tools to locate inefficiencies and the specific materials needed to seal your home's envelope.
The video demonstrates how to perform a comprehensive energy audit to pinpoint areas of heat loss. By using an infrared monitor camera, homeowners can visually detect temperature fluctuations around the house to identify specific leaks. The process involves assessing the attic floor and other structural gaps to determine where insulation is lacking.
Key actions include plugging holes and gaps with fiberglass insulation and using expanding foam for a tighter seal. To ensure proper airflow, the guide shows how to create baffles from corrugated cardboard, which are then cut to size with a utility knife and secured to rafters using a staple gun.
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