Touch and Foam Gives Tips on How to Air Seal Your Home and Improve Energy Efficiency

Source: Touch and Foam
Note: They did not pay me to have this story written! I used is before even getting their press release..
Whether it’s keeping out the winter drafts or guarding against summer heat, most homeowners know the challenge of maintaining a comfortable living environment while watching their budget. Air leaks from drafty windows, gaps and cracks around the house can cause even a well-insulated home’s energy bills to soar. However, air sealing a home with Touch ‘n Foam (http://www.touch-n-foam.com) DIY insulating foam sealants is an easy and inexpensive way for homeowners to improve energy efficiency and home comfort year-round.
The bulk of energy loss in a home comes from dozens of small holes, cracks and gaps inside and outside that allow air leakage. “Sealing air leaks with insulating spray foam sealants is one of the most practical and economical ways to block heat loss in winter and heat gain in summer,” says Kevin Corcoran, marketing manager at Touch ‘n Foam.

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