The Importance of Air Sealing

Drafty air and inconsistent temperatures are often associated with poor insulation. This is true--a poorly insulated home will be more uncomfortable. However, there is another important step to maintaining a comfortable home called air sealing. 

What is Air Sealing?

Most homes have cracks and crevices that allow air to flow out freely. Air sealing is the process of filling those gaps in the home in order to keep conditioned air IN the home.

Here are just a few of the many benefits that come from air sealing your home:

Prevents Air From Escaping

Gaps, cracks, and crevices in your attic allow for conditioned air to escape. Sealing up those openings prevents air from flowing out of your home in an uncontrolled manner. Even a very well insulated home can lost up to 30% of conditioned air if its has not been air sealed. 

Keeps Your Home More Comfortable

When heated or cooled air is able to stay in your home instead of flowing out of the cracks, your home will be able to achieve and maintain a much more comfortable temperature. This means your home will actually stay cool in the summer and warm in the winter!

Lowers Energy Bills

Air sealing is a very important step for lowering energy bills. Insulation and air sealing go hand in hand. Air sealing prevents air from escaping and insulation prevents heat transfer. If you have your home insulated but it isn't air sealed beforehand, money you spent to cool or heat your home will slip right out of the cracks. Air sealing alone can help reduce heating and cooling expenses by up to 15%!

How We Can Help

Primary Home Improvements is your local expert for all of your insulation needs! We offer a FREE inspection by one of our Energy Consultants. At the inspection, our expert will perform a thorough energy audit of your home to let you know where the air is leaking out of your home AND how much. 

Are you ready for your home to be more comfortable? Get in touch with us today!