Capital Region winters are no joke, and a little prep in the fall saves real money and stress once temperatures drop.
Before the first freeze:
- Seal drafts around windows and doors — a hollow-core exterior or poorly sealed door is one of the biggest silent sources of heat loss in a home
- Have your HVAC system serviced before you need it running daily
- Clean gutters to prevent ice dam formation
- Disconnect and drain outdoor hoses and shut off exterior water valves
- Check weatherstripping on all exterior-facing doors
Why doors matter more in winter than people realize
A poorly insulated or poorly sealed door can account for a meaningful share of a home's total heat loss. It's one of the most overlooked items on most winter checklists, despite being one of the more affordable fixes.
If you're overdue on doorsFall is the ideal time to address door issues, before the coldest months hit. NEHI, an official partner with One Day Doors and Closets of Albany, can get solid, properly sealed doors installed before winter settles in across the Capital Region.