St. George Energy Saving Doors

There are many ways to save energy in your St. George home but one way possibly overlooked is right at your front door. Doors are often older and not replaced frequently enough to keep outside air temperatures regular. These older doors can be improperly installed, thin or weather beaten allowing air flow to pass through. Another way to save energy though doors is through the door seals known as weather stripping. Weather stripping should be inspected seasonally and more often if your door is in direct sunlight during the heat of the day that can make the seals more brittle. If you’ve ever stood by your door and could feel heat or a breeze, this is a sign that your weather stripping is in need of replacement. For doors in St. George that are partially adorned by decorative or light filtering windows, energy can be saved by keeping these windows covered by blinds or curtains during cold winter months or as the sun shines through them during warmer days. For more information on how you can save energy in your home call HiCaliber of St. George at (435) 674-9338 or visit us online at http://www.hicaliber.biz

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