Windows 101: Make Sure Your Windows Are Properly Insulated
Did you know that the amount of heat potentially escaping through your windows is equivalent to having an open window year round? That’s crazy! Inadequate insulation and air leakage are the leading causes of energy waste in homes. If your windows look like this, then maybe it’s time to ask yourself these questions… Signs Your […]
The #1 Way To Stay Warm & Save Money – Weatherstripping
Ding Ding Ding…..Weatherstripping! How do you replace it you ask? Follow along to learn how to replace it and start stop those added air leaks. It’s time to check your doors and windows for worn-out weatherstripping. If it’s damaged, cold air is sneaking in. To stop those air leaks, install new weatherstripping right away. Once […]
5 Warning Signs Your Windows Are Costing You Money
At Coastal we’re all about making sure you’re warm & cozy in your home this winter. This time we’re focusing on windows as they are a key component to the thermal envelope checklist to make sure you save money on your energy bills while also staying warm. As a recap, we talked about Inspecting Your […]
Is Your Roof Ready for Winter?
The topic is everywhere-let’s face it. Winter is coming and energy bills are going to be higher than last year. I don’t like to even say the words Polar Vortex out loud. Insert shiver! Well, we want you to be warm and cozy. Therefore, we created a simple checklist for you. You can use it […]
Is Your Front Door Leaking Air?
This is the last blog in the series Winterizing Your Home: Your Thermal Envelope.  So far we’ve focused on roofing, windows and now we’ll look at doors. We get this question many, many times. How do I know if I need to replace my door? Besides being fade resistant and maintenance free (never paint again) […]
One of The Biggest Air Leaks You Don’t Know About
Hidden Energy Leak in Your Bathroom? Here’s How to Fix It There is a gap in your home that you may not know about and it is inviting cold air inside and wasting energy. It’s a giant energy waster in your home. It’s equivalent to leaving your window open a few inches all day. Have […]
Winterize Your Home: 5 Places Your Home Is Leaking Warm Air and Money.
Winterize Your Home: 5 Places Your Home Is Leaking Warm Air and Money. National Grid raised their energy costs by over double! If you haven’t heard, be sure to check out our blog about it here. With this increase, it’s time now more than ever to winterize your home. But what are the most effective […]
