Weatherstripping And Caulking

Tack or screw the side and top pieces to the door stops with the contact edges pressed evenly, but not too tightly, against the face of the door.

The bottom stripping, depending on the type, is attached to either the bottom inside edge of the door or to the doorstep. Make sure it's a snug fit before you tack or screw it in place.

Windows

Leaky windows should be weatherstripped around the frames using appropriate stripping from the earlier chart. If the windows don't have to be opened they can be locked and caulked.

CAULKING

Caulk around the frames of doors and windows, and seal cracks under eaves, around flashing, between bricks and in basement walls.

• How to do it. You can buy a reasonably priced caulking gun and a tube of caulking compound at your local hardware or building supply store. There are different types of compound; pick the right kind and colour for what you want to do. The more expensive ones usually last much longer.

Effective caulking takes practice so go slowly and follow the instructions on the tube. Have paper towelling or a rag handy to wipe off the excess. When you're finished, run another check with the draft gauge to be sure all cracks have been sealed.

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