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Friday, April 17, 2015

Air Leak Testing & Sealing - The Top 10 Tips for Saving Money at Home - 6

From the Familyhandyman.com


Caulk and cover room air conditioners

Cover the unit securely
Seal built-in units with latex caulk.


A room air conditioner keeps a section of the house cool. The problem is, it’ll keep the room cool all winter long if it isn't covered properly. If you have a window unit, the best solution is to remove it so the cold air won’t flow through and around it. If you decide to leave it in or you have a permanently installed wall unit, grab some removable caulk and a $4 window air conditioner cover to keep out the cold.
Place the cover over the outside of the air conditioner, fitting the sewn-in corner straps over the bottom corners. Wrap the middle straps under and up the sides of the unit, then hook them over the top. Inside the house, apply removable caulk around the air conditioner where it meets the wall or window. If the air conditioner is a built-in unit, permanently seal it with latex caulk.

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