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CHICAGO, Nov. 14, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- ComEd has a unique stocking stuffer that could help make the holiday season a little brighter for your loved ones.
Air seal properly before insulating the home. If concerned about sealing the home too tightly, hire an energy specialist to perform leakage tests. Older homes are less likely to be sealed too tightly, as they generally leak more than newer homes.Cover gaps and cracks on exterior doors and windows using new weatherstripping. As a rule of thumb, if you can see light through a crack, it needs weatherstripping. Caulk and foam are two low-cost ways to plug small air leaks around windows, doors, pipes and vents. Seal heating and cooling system ductwork. Use metal-backed tape or aerosol sealant to protect joints from air leaks. Duct tape should not be used because it cannot withstand high temperatures. Ensure that mastics and tapes utilized are UL 181 approved.Use the appropriate insulation for exterior walls, ductwork, water heater piping and attic floors. A qualified home energy auditor can assess where and how much insulation is necessary. If the home is suspected to have vermiculite insulation, please take special precautions as offered by U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) guidelines which can be found at http://www.epa.gov/asbestos/pubs/insulation.html.Shop at ComEd's online store and take advantage of 20 percent savings on weatherization products. Visit ComEd.com and click on 'Home Savings' to begin shopping.Get help paying for home weatherization.