DIY reflective roof coating can keep your home cool during summer

Homeowners concerned about high utility bills this summer may want to conduct a do-it-yourself roofing project that may be able to provide them with some considerable home savings.

Many homeowners' roofs have dark - usually black - tiling. This darkness can cause a house to become much hotter, according to Networx, which says if you have a low-slope roof with this type of tiling, you may want to add some reflective roof coating.

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Producing home savings from your air conditioner

Before summer arrives, and you feel the urge to crank up the AC to its highest setting, the website WalletPop has some advice to help you keep cool while also saving some cash.

To make your home colder, you can begin by making it less warm. By closing shades and blinds, as well as turning off all heat-producing appliances in your home, you can eliminate a considerable amount of heat. Also, as incandescent light bulbs emit more heat than LEDs, you should make the switch. By doing this, you'll not only save extra money, but also create some energy savings.

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How to Choose and Apply Weatherstripping to Seal Air Leaks

You can use weatherstripping in your home to seal air leaks around movable joints, such as windows or doors.

To determine how much weatherstripping you will need, add the perimeters of all windows and doors to be weatherstripped, then add 5%–10% to accommodate any waste. Also consider that weatherstripping comes in varying depths and widths.

Before applying weatherstripping in an existing home, you need to do the following (if you haven't already):

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Tips on How To Detect Air Leaks In Different Areas of Your Home

You may already know where some air leakage occurs in your home, such as an under-the-door draft, but you'll need to find the less obvious gaps to properly air seal your home.

For a thorough and accurate measurement of air leakage in your home, hire a qualified technician to conduct an energy audit, particularly a blower door test. A blower door test, which depressurizes a home, can reveal the location of many leaks. A complete energy audit will also help determine areas in your home that need more insulation.

Without a blower door test, there are ways to find ...

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