Get Reliable Window Weatherstripping in Mooresville & the Lake Norman

Weatherstripping is the process of sealing small gaps around items in the house that move, like windows and doors. Whereas a gap around a water pipe in a wall might be sealed with caulk, homeowners can’t caulk their doors (unless they never want to leave!). Door weatherstripping, and by extension, sliding glass door weatherstripping, can stop moisture and air from sneaking through the cracks surrounding entrances and exits.

Low-quality or non-existent exterior door seals are not the only culprits behind drafts and moisture intrusion; windows are another big offender. Garage side door seals are equally important, as a home can leak heating or cooling into the garage through these small cracks. Don’t forget that cars also produce carbon monoxide, which is dangerous for human health. No one wants that encroaching through a doorway into the house!

Is Weatherstripping the Only Option?

Weatherstripping is the best choice for closing the gaps around doors and windows in a home. However, there are other options to boost the climate control of a space and make sure outside air stays outside. It’s a great idea to tackle some of these alongside a weatherstripping project!

• Window replacement – Older windows might not be made of materials that provide good insulation. Newer windows can keep a house more temperature-regulated. Mr. Handyman can swap your windows for you and install new weatherproofing around them at the same time for the most complete seal.
• Painting – A layer of paint might not seem like a defense against outdoor air intrusion, but it plays a bigger role than you might think. If your home is full of chipped, bubbling, or worn-down paint (which are signs of moisture damage), it could be sucking air from the outdoors inside through a nuanced process called conduction. Moisture on the outside wall that penetrates inward is a great conductor of heat, which means it easily transfers both heat and cold from outside into the house. If the paint indoors is damaged, this moisture can reach all the way to the exposed wall, leading to small areas with different temperatures than the indoor ambient. Fixing up the drywall and then repainting can keep a wall protected from moisture and the small temperature fluctuations that it can bring.
• Flooring – Anyone who has set foot on a cement floor knows that it feels a lot cooler than standing on carpet. Different flooring types handle temperatures differently, and those wanting to control the climate in their home would do well to consider repairing existing flooring or installing a new type that better matches their needs.