Weatherproofing Your Home

The story begins with a full inspection of the home from the outside. You learn how wind exposes weak points and how small gaps around windows, doors, and siding allow heat to escape. Through smoke testing and hands-on checking, you map every leak and build a clear picture of where the structure is failing. The chapter ends with a complete list of weaknesses and the materials needed to fix them. The second chapter brings you inside the home where the first defensive layer is built. You apply interior-grade caulk, correct window gaps, install weatherstripping, adjust strike plates, and rebuild the threshold seals that slow drafts. You retest each repair under controlled pressure to confirm the improvements. By the end, the home holds more warmth, the drafts fade, and the structure begins to stabilize. The final chapter shifts outside again for the heavy work. You reinforce exterior frames with weatherproof caulk, repair trim gaps, replace door sweeps, and correct siding seams that expose the home to wind and moisture. You perform final smoke tests, create a long-term maintenance routine, and calculate the real energy savings. The story ends with a sealed, stronger home that stands firm against year-round weather.