Weather-stripping kits for windows and doors can be found at most hardware stores, says Jamison Brown, a home inspector in Poquoson. These kits include foam with a self-stick backing, can be cut with ...

One of the best ways to weather-seal your garage is by installing weatherstripping. When done correctly, this method can boost your door's ability to keep snow, dust, and even pests out, preventing ...

Dear Pat: The doors in my parents' old house had interlocking weatherstripping, and it sealed very well. Is it still available, and how can I install this type of seal on the doors in my newer home? - ...

Before you go out to buy your materials, check the door to make sure the draft isn’t caused by loose hinge screws. Lift the door by the doorknob to check for loose hinges. If the door moves upward, ...

Dear James: My front door needs new weatherstripping. Years ago, our doors had more durable interlocking seals. Can I install this type of seal on the wood doors of my house? -- Ted N. Dear Ted: Most ...

Traditional door weatherstripping wears out quickly, which leads to home energy loss. Install an automatic bottom sweep that is longer lasting and much more efficient. Tom Silva of This Old House ...

Poorly sealed doors represent one of the most common sources of uncomfortable air leaks and costly energy losses in homes. Exterior doors, or doors that lead directly to the outside, frequently aren`t ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Installing weather stripping on a garage door is a relatively simple process that can help improve thermal efficiency by sealing ...

"I feel a draft." Girls hate it when a blast of cold air and rain conspire to flatten their 'dos. Combine that with the lack of aesthetic charms presented by our '86 Chevrolet Caprice, and it looks ...