Outdoors & Seasonal

Outdoors & Seasonal

Fix a Drafty Door in an Hour (Weatherstripping That Lasts)

That draft under the front door costs real heating and AC money. Find the gaps with a flashlight, then seal them with $15 of weatherstripping and a sweep.

Time45–60 min Cost$10–$25 easy

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Outdoors & Seasonal

How to Replace a Worn Door Sweep Before Winter

If cold air comes in under the door, the sweep is probably torn or missing. Replace it in 20 minutes for $8–$15 and stop the floor-level draft.

Time20 min Cost$8–$15 easy

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More outdoors & seasonal guides are in progress. Meanwhile, the glossary and the topics below cover related problems.

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Weatherstripping Door sweep

Common outdoors & seasonal questions

• Which type of weatherstripping lasts the longest?
• How do I know if the door sweep is the problem?

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