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The $30 Weekend Fix That Stops Drafty Windows for Good

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Drafty windows can account for 25 to 30% of a home’s heating and cooling loss, quietly inflating your energy bills every month. With about $30 in materials and a free weekend afternoon, you can seal most window drafts yourself and start seeing savings on your next bill.

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Find and Seal the Air Leaks Letting Hot Air Into Your Home (And Cut Cooling Bills Up to 20%)

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Hidden gaps and cracks around your home act like open windows, constantly pumping hot outdoor air into your cooled living space. Locating and sealing these leaks is one of the highest-return home improvements you can make, often paying back in a single cooling season.

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