The PennZone

  • Home
  • Business
  • Real Estate
  • Health
  • Technology
  • Construction
  • Entertainment
  • Travel
  • Marketing

How to Make Your Older Home Warmer This Winter
The PennZone/10105070

Trending...
  • Actress/Model Raelia Lewis Building a Powerful Name in Entertainment and Fashion
  • Registered Nurse Launches Healthcare Wealth Strategy Practice for Healthcare Professionals
  • Bethany Nikitenko Elected Board Vice President of Philadelphia VIP
Keeping an older home warm during a Philadelphia winter presents a challenge.

PHILADELPHIA - PennZone -- Fortunately, there are a few simple steps you can take that will make your winter months much cozier.
Why Are Older Homes So Difficult to Keep Warm?

Modern homes are known for being virtually airtight.

That makes regulating the indoor temperature rather simple. In contrast, older homes were built to breathe. The construction
methods didn't try to block all outside air from getting inside.
On the contrary, both the walls and the windows were expected to allow for a small amount of
air to penetrate. The airflow keeps mold to a minimum but makes it an uphill battle to keep the
house warm during the cold months.

Insulation

Many older homes were constructed without insulation. Remember, the house was supposed to
breathe. Insulation would stop the air from flowing through the walls. Yes, it would help keep the

More on The PennZone
  • Best Companies Group Opens Free Registration for Best Credit Unions to Work For Program
  • Ashikaga Flower Park's "Great Wisteria Festival 2026"
  • Washington County PA Real Estate is Changing Here's What Homeowners Need to Know Before Selling
  • Architect of Neurodiversity Will Lead the First U.S. Team of Autistic Children to the "Genius Cup" in Hiroshima, Japan, in 2027
  • Deborah E. Jones Introduces Emotional Sovereignty, a Powerful New Book on Emotional Mastery, Resilience, and Intentional Living

house warm, but it would also present the opportunity for moisture to get trapped in the walls
causing mold and decay.

Windows

The windows in older homes are often single-pane windows. The glass is so thin that you feel
that if you lightly tapped it, it would break. Cold air has no issue getting past those windows and
entering the home. In contrast, today's homes have insulated, double-pane windows that are
highly efficient.
Also, over the years, the insulation around old windows will crack or fall away. That makes it
possible for even more cold air to get in.

Things You Can Do to Warm Up Your Older Home

Caulk Your Windows


Do you feel occasional gusts of air when sitting near your windows? You'd be surprised at the
difference a little caulk can make. Taking the time to fill the gaps around all your windows will pay off in large dividends.

Let the Sunshine In


On sunny days, pull back the window treatment so the sun can do its job to make your home

More on The PennZone
  • New Research Identifies "The Busy Effect": 89% of Americans Want a Laid-Back Vacation — Only 15% Actually Achieve It
  • Alchemy 43 Appoints Shane Smith as CEO to Drive Operational Performance and Scalable Growth
  • Best Spiritual Healing, Meditation & Retreats in Sedona — Rise Meditation Helps You Find and Book Transformational Experiences
  • $16 Billion Market by 2034 in Underwater Drones Presents Huge Opportunity for AI-Powered Autonomous Vehicle Serving Defense & Commercial Customers
  • Appliance EMT Named Among Jacksonville's Top 3 Appliance Repair Companies by ThreeBestRated®

warmer. When the sun fades, immediately close the curtains to keep that heat from going back
the way it came.

Go Heavy on the Drapery

Switch from summery curtains to wintery drapes. The thickness of the drapes will block the cold
air.

Do Something About That Drafty Door

Older homes have gaps beneath their doors caused by the house settling on its foundation. You
don't need a high-tech solution for the problem. An ordinary rolled-up towel will do the trick.

Contact HVAC Philly today at https://hvacphilly.com and arrange to talk with an experienced technician. He'll explain how simple it can be to get through a Philadelphia winter in an older house and still remain warm.

Contact
Moe Atta
***@hvacphilly.com


Source: HVAC Philly INC

Show All News | Disclaimer | Report Violation

0 Comments
1000 characters max.

Latest on The PennZone
  • Pittsburgh-Based Phoinix Events Selected as Vendor for NFL Draft
  • FinIQ Edu Launches High-Impact Workshop Vertical to Close the Workplace Benefits Gap—Drives 82% Surge in 401(k) Participation Intent
  • HousingWire launches Mortgage Rankings, bringing a data-driven benchmark to originator performance
  • J&J Exterminating Reminds Residents to prepare for Termite Swarm Season
  • Registered Nurse Launches Healthcare Wealth Strategy Practice for Healthcare Professionals
  • Tyler G. Hicks' Encyclopedia of Wealth Building Secrets Released in a Powerful New Edition
  • Just 1 in 57 Crypto Owners Globally Pay Taxes on Their Holdings, New Report Finds
  • New Book Gives Technology Leaders the Blueprint to Drive Real, Lasting Impact
  • IQSTEL accelerates toward profitability inflection with $317M revenue and AI-driven expansion; IQSTEL Inc. (N A S D A Q: IQST) i
  • AI-Driven Breakthrough Unleashed: Bionic Intelligence Platform Goes Live to Capture Massive Biotech Opportunity: KALA BIO, Inc. (N A S D A Q: KALA)
  • Surging Into Hyper-Growth Mode With Record Revenue, Raised 2026 Guidance, and Game-Changing AI Platform; Off The Hook YS (NYSE American: OTH)
  • Mom Creators Coalition Launches with WaterWipes® as Official Founding Sponsor
  • PandaGuarantee Launches Rent Guarantor Service in New York City
  • The $112M Marketing Lesson Joe Whyte Learned: Why 'More Traffic' Is the Biggest Lie in Digital Marketing
  • Daniel Kaufman Expands Kaufman & Company Real Estate Platform With New Acquisitions, AI-Driven Industrial Development and Nationwide Growth Initiative
  • Bethany Nikitenko Elected Board Vice President of Philadelphia VIP
  • purelyIV Launches Lab Testing Services in Metro Detroit
  • On the 296th Anniversary of the Ceremony That Made His Ancestor Emperor, a Cherokee Descendant Publishes the Novel That Restores Him
  • Burkentine Builders Breaks Ground on Their 100,000-Square-Foot Warehouse in Shippensburg, PA
  • NRx Pharmaceuticals Could Be on the Verge of a Breakout Year as AI, FDA Catalysts, and Mental Health Demand Converge

Popular on PennZone

  • Actress/Model Raelia Lewis Building a Powerful Name in Entertainment and Fashion
  • New Book Warring From the Standpoint of the Throne Room Calls Believers to Pray From Victory
  • Pure Energy Electrical Services, LLC Announces Strong Start to 2026, Reinforcing Customer-First Electrical Service Across Northeast Florida
  • Conexwest: Shipping Containers Are Powering the Next Generation of Bitcoin Mining Infrastructure
  • Claude Riveloux Review 2026: How the $10B Fund Manager Dispels 'Scam' Rumors Through Education
  • Registered Nurse Launches Healthcare Wealth Strategy Practice for Healthcare Professionals
  • Quadcode Acquires Significant Stake in Game 7, LLC - The Parent Company for FPFX Tech and PropAccount.com
  • Jack and Sage Acquires Sustainable Apparel Brand Kastlfel, Expanding Premium Logo Wear Across National Parks and Ski Resorts
  • Kanguro Insurance Taps Paylode to Launch Best-in-Class Pet and Renters Insurance Rewards Experience
  • Bent Danholm Named "Top Luxury Real Estate Leader" in Modern Luxury Miami

Similar on PennZone

  • Daniel Kaufman Expands Kaufman & Company Real Estate Platform With New Acquisitions, AI-Driven Industrial Development and Nationwide Growth Initiative
  • Burkentine Builders Breaks Ground on Their 100,000-Square-Foot Warehouse in Shippensburg, PA
  • Tuckwell Machinery Expands CNC Range to Support Australian Cabinet Makers
  • Award-Winning REALTOR® Paige Coker Joins Corcoran DeRonja Real Estate
  • Evolve Construction Mobilizes Commercial Storm Response Across Illinois With AI-Powered Damage Documentation and Public Adjusters Partnership
  • Inkdnylon Custom Apparel Launches Cost-Saving System for Promotional Products and Custom Apparel in Chicago
  • JEGS Launches Modern, Secure Payments Powered by PhaseZero.ai
  • Heritage at Manalapan Introduces New Single-Family Home Community in One of Monmouth County's Most Desirable Locations
  • Michigan Homeowners Urged to Act on Rising Basement Waterproofing Needs Amid Severe Flood
  • Coin Claims Services Expands Into Philadelphia and Pittsburgh
Copyright © The PennZone | Theme: OMag by LilyTurf Themes
  • Contribute
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms of Service
  • Contact Us