Done well, air sealing is the most cost-effective
energy-saving measure you can take in a new
home. Air sealing saves heating dollars. It
reduces drafts and winter dryness. Ventilation
systems work better in well-sealed homes.
Sealing also blocks noise, making the house
quieter.
The key to successful, cost-effective air
sealing lies in organization. You need to
structure the many small tasks that make up the
whole job. An hour of advance planning will
pay large dividends by avoiding hassles,
reducing costs, and increasing the quality of
work.
Many firms find it makes sense to put one
person in charge of air sealing. At Medinger
Construction in Ashland, Ore., Ron Medinger
doubles as a finish carpenter and air