What is Energy Star Home Sealing?
Energy Star Home Sealing is a comprehensive set of recommended steps for improving the shell of your home by sealing up air leaks and adding insulation. Home Sealing can make your home more comfortable and energy-efficient, and lower your utility bills. Energy Star Home Sealing will also make your home quieter by reducing outside noise and help prevent pollutants, such as pollen and car exhaust from the garage, from entering your home. Making improvements to your home with the process of Energy Star Home Sealing can save up to 20 percent on your annual heating and cooling bills. Sealing and insulating the “envelope” or “shell” of your home its outer walls, ceiling, windows, doors, and floor is often the most cost effective way to improve energy efficiency and comfort. Energy Star estimates that a knowledgeable homeowner can save up to 20% on heating and cooling costs (or up to 10% on their total annual energy bill) by sealing and insulating.
