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Weatherize This House is a home weatherization podcast for homeowners cutting energy bills with DIY air sealing, moisture control, and insulation sequencing—before expensive HVAC upgrades. We own blower-door thinking in...
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Weatherize This House is a home weatherization podcast for homeowners cutting energy bills with DIY air sealing, moisture control, and insulation sequencing—before expensive HVAC upgrades. We own blower-door thinking in plain language, attic and basement air leaks, vapor and moisture risks, weatherstripping, and when to stop DIY and call a pro. Practical home energy upgrades without greenwashing. Search Weatherize This House on Spotify and Apple Podcasts for weekly DIY weatherization and energy-bill reduction episodes. Audio for this show is produced with AI assistance. Episodes are researched, scripted, and reviewed for accuracy before release.
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21 AUG 2026 · In this episode of Weatherize This House, Finch explains why rising energy bills often trace back to unsealed air leaks and hidden moisture rather than outdated heating or cooling systems. Learn the smart sequence for tackling drafts around windows, doors, and outlets on a breezy day, using caulk for small gaps and expanding foam for larger ones. Discover how to spot damp spots in basements before adding insulation, why basement rim joists deserve early attention, and when a blower door test makes sense over more DIY efforts. Practical steps like installing outlet gaskets and maintaining fresh air flow protect your home while cutting costs.
Key takeaways:
- Prioritize sealing obvious air leaks before insulation for maximum efficiency.
- Check lower levels for moisture to prevent mold once sealing begins.
- Address rim joists with rigid foam and tape to reduce heat loss quickly.
- Use a notebook to track progress and know when professional testing is needed.
- Maintain ventilation and test CO detectors after tightening the home envelope.
📩 Have questions or want to share your experience? Reach out at weatherize@senseofthisshit.com.
Support the show: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/weatherize-this-house--7167932/support
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21 AUG 2026 · In this episode of Weatherize This House, Finch explains why rising energy bills often trace back to unsealed air leaks and hidden moisture rather than outdated heating or cooling systems. Learn the smart sequence for tackling drafts around windows, doors, and outlets on a breezy day, using caulk for small gaps and expanding foam for larger ones. Discover how to spot damp spots in basements before adding insulation, why basement rim joists deserve early attention, and when a blower door test makes sense over more DIY efforts. Practical steps like installing outlet gaskets and maintaining fresh air flow protect your home while cutting costs.
Key takeaways:
- Prioritize sealing obvious air leaks before insulation for maximum efficiency.
- Check lower levels for moisture to prevent mold once sealing begins.
- Address rim joists with rigid foam and tape to reduce heat loss quickly.
- Use a notebook to track progress and know when professional testing is needed.
- Maintain ventilation and test CO detectors after tightening the home envelope.
📩 Have questions or want to share your experience? Reach out at weatherize@senseofthisshit.com.
Support the show: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/weatherize-this-house--7167932/support
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11 JUL 2026 · In this episode of Weatherize This House, we explore the smart sequence for home upgrades: DIY air sealing before insulation and moisture control before HVAC changes. Rushing into insulation or new systems often wastes effort when leaks around doors, windows, outlets, and pipes let conditioned air escape. Sealing these gaps first with caulk, expanding foam, and weatherstripping delivers instant comfort and lower bills. Moisture problems in basements, crawl spaces, or attics can spark mold once warmer air circulates, so fixing damp spots and using dehumidifiers protects your home long-term. Learn practical steps like checking for drafts on breezy days, inspecting attics for roof leaks, and adding foam gaskets to outlets. These weekend projects cost little yet extend equipment life and maximize future upgrades.
Key takeaways:
- Prioritize air sealing to stop energy waste at the source
- Address moisture issues early to prevent mold after HVAC work
- Test home temperature retention before replacing systems
- Track problem areas for targeted insulation later
📩 Have questions or want to share your experience? Reach out at weatherize@senseofthisshit.com.
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Weatherize This House is a home weatherization podcast for homeowners cutting energy bills with DIY air sealing, moisture control, and insulation sequencing—before expensive HVAC upgrades. We own blower-door thinking in...
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Weatherize This House is a home weatherization podcast for homeowners cutting energy bills with DIY air sealing, moisture control, and insulation sequencing—before expensive HVAC upgrades. We own blower-door thinking in plain language, attic and basement air leaks, vapor and moisture risks, weatherstripping, and when to stop DIY and call a pro. Practical home energy upgrades without greenwashing. Search Weatherize This House on Spotify and Apple Podcasts for weekly DIY weatherization and energy-bill reduction episodes. Audio for this show is produced with AI assistance. Episodes are researched, scripted, and reviewed for accuracy before release.
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| Author | Let's Work This Sh*t Out |
| Organization | Let's Work This Sh*t Out |
| Categories | Leisure , Society & Culture |
| Website | www.senseofthisshit.com |
| weatherize@senseofthisshit.com |
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