Air Sealing
As a homeowner in the western New York area, have you noticed that your energy bills are higher than normal? Is it drafty and uncomfortable inside your home? If your answer is yes, you may need to seal air leaks. Town Building Systems offers whole-house air sealing in Buffalo, NY and the surrounding areas. Sealing is an effective way of helping decrease energy consumption by reducing air leakage in homes.
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About Air Sealing
What Is the Air Sealing Process?
Air leakage, or infiltration, is outside air that enters a house through cracks and openings. The recommended strategy in both new and old homes is to reduce air leakage and provide controlled ventilation as needed.
The air sealing process involves the use of a blower door, which includes a fan that pulls air out of the house and allows outside air to flow in through unsealed cracks and openings. With smoke pencils, our mechanics can find these leaks and seal them. This helps homeowners reduce energy consumption, as well as prevent moisture condensation problems, uncomfortable drafts and uneven heating or cooling.
What Are the Benefits of Air Sealing?
Air infiltration can contribute to problems such as:
- Moisture infiltration
- Mold and mildew development
- Infiltration of dust, pollen and other debris
- And more
Reducing infiltration can help significantly cut annual heating and cooling costs, improve interior comfort and contribute to a healthier indoor environment.
What Are the Biggest Sources of Energy Loss?
Although windows, doors, and outside walls contribute to air leakage, the biggest holes are usually hidden from view and connect the house to the attic, crawl space or basement.
The main key is to identify these areas during the design process, assign responsibility for sealing holes and check to help ensure that the air sealing was done effectively. Usually, all big holes are sealed first, then the large cracks and penetrations and, finally, the smaller cracks and seams are sealed.
Air Sealing Services in Buffalo, NY
When it comes to house sealing services in the western New York area, there’s only one name to know: Town Building Systems. We want to help you make your home as energy-efficient and comfortable as possible.
Contact us today to learn more about our services or if you’re ready to air seal your home!
