Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. BanksPhotos/Getty Images Poorly sealed windows allow heat to enter your home during the summer and cool drafts during the winter.

Drafty, energy-inefficient windows aren't just a problem during the winter. They are just as big an issue in the summer, when cool air can escape through gaps and the sun's heat pours in through the ...

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Take a close look at your windows and doors for any sneaky gaps or cracks that might be letting in chilly drafts. To tackle these trouble spots, consider using weatherstripping and caulking; these are ...

The onset of winter means falling temperatures, with furnaces starting to kick on for the first time in months. But what happens when that furnace keeps grinding away, burning precious energy, without ...

DETROIT – Spring cleaning is underway, but a few quick home checks could save homeowners money this season. Simple fixes at windows, doors, the hot water tank and the furnace can improve comfort and ...

Poorly sealed windows allow heat to enter your home during the summer and cool drafts during the winter. As a result, your HVAC unit works overtime to maintain your desired temperature, leading to ...