<p><b>AIR LEAKS</b></p>		
		<p>Air leaks are among the greatest sources of energy loss in a home. One of the quickest energy- and money-saving tasks you can do is caulk, seal, and weatherstrip all seams, cracks, and openings to the outside. By sealing uncontrolled air leaks, you can save 10%–20% on your heating and cooling bills. Following your energy audit, you may have a number of recommended energy saving projects you are considering. Prioritize weatherization projects to quickly improve the efficiency and comfort of your home.</p>		
			<h4>Where can you find air leaks?</h4>		
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												A					
					<p>The biggest air leaks are typically hidden in the attic, basement, or crawlspace. Sealing those big leaks will have the biggest impact on your energy bills and comfort. Look for gaps and cracks around pipes and wires, holes, spaces for ducts (called chases), and the top or bottom of walls that are not fully covered. These holes can be sealed with long-lasting outdoor caulk, spray foam in-a-can, or sheets of foam board or plywood for the big holes.</p>
												B					
					<p>Recessed (or can) lights and spaces around chimneys and flues can also have big leaks. These areas can get hot and need special sealing materials. Use high temperature caulk, can light covers, sheet metal, or dry wall to cover and seal those leaks.</p>
												C					
					<p>Attic hatches can be a big source of leaks. Stop the leak by adding insulation and weather stripping to the attic hatch cover.</p>
										<img width="1024" height="917" src="/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/AirLeaks-1024x917.png" alt="" srcset="/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/AirLeaks-1024x917.png 1024w, /wp-content/uploads/2018/06/AirLeaks-300x269.png 300w, /wp-content/uploads/2018/06/AirLeaks-768x688.png 768w, /wp-content/uploads/2018/06/AirLeaks.png 1509w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" />											
			<h4>Where can you find air leaks?</h4>		
												A					
					<p>The biggest air leaks are typically hidden in the attic, basement, or crawlspace. Sealing those big leaks will have the biggest impact on your energy bills and comfort. Look for gaps and cracks around pipes and wires, holes, spaces for ducts (called chases), and the top or bottom of walls that are not fully covered. These holes can be sealed with long-lasting outdoor caulk, spray foam in-a-can, or sheets of foam board or plywood for the big holes.</p>
												B					
					<p>Recessed (or can) lights and spaces around chimneys and flues can also have big leaks. These areas can get hot and need special sealing materials. Use high temperature caulk, can light covers, sheet metal, or dry wall to cover and seal those leaks.</p>
												C					
					<p>Attic hatches can be a big source of leaks. Stop the leak by adding insulation and weather stripping to the attic hatch cover.</p>
		<h1><a style="mso-comment-reference: LF_1; mso-comment-date: 20180524T1551;">Where can you find air leaks?</a><a style="font-family: 'Open Sans', sans-serif; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; font-size: 10.6667px; background-color: #ffffff;" href="https://ee.ene.org/recommendations/air-leaks/?elementor-preview=44&amp;ver=1527885086#_msocom_1">[LF1]</a> </h1><p><!-- [if !supportLists]-->A.     <!--[endif]-->The biggest air leaks are typically hidden in the attic, basement, or crawlspace. Sealing those big leaks will have the biggest impact on your energy bills and comfort. Look for gaps and cracks around pipes and wires, holes, spaces for ducts (called chases), and the top or bottom of walls that are not fully covered. These holes can be sealed with long-lasting outdoor caulk, spray foam in-a-can, or sheets of foam board or plywood for the big holes. </p><p><!-- [if !supportLists]-->B.     <!--[endif]-->Recessed (or can) lights and spaces around chimneys and flues can also have big leaks. These areas can get hot and need special sealing materials. Use high temperature caulk, can light covers, sheet metal, or dry wall to cover and seal those leaks. </p><p><!-- [if !supportLists]-->C.     <!--[endif]-->Attic hatches can be a big source of leaks. Stop the leak by adding insulation and weather stripping to the attic hatch cover. </p><p><!-- [if !supportLists]-->D.    <!--[endif]-->Gaps and leaks around windows, doors, outlets, and wall switches can be a source of discomfort, but are easy to locate. Use weather stripping or outlet seals around these smaller leaks to solve the problem.</p><p><!--[endif]--></p><p><style type="text/css"><!-- --></style> <style>
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		<p><em> [LF1] All info/picture from Seal and Insulate with Energy Star Flyer or https://www.energystar.gov/ia/partners/publications/pubdocs/ES_Seal_&amp;_Insulate_flyer.pdf</em></p>		
			<h5>Most frequent questions and answers</h5>		
												What do I need to open the files ?					
					<p>Click on the mask and click “B” for brush tool.</p>
												How can I edit the masks ?					
					<p>You will need Photoshop preferably version CS6 and newer.</p>