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2. How to Seal Up Drafty Windows (and Lower Your Heating Bill) - AOL

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   Clean and caulk around the exterior of the window, checking for small gaps where the frame meets the wall. Related: The Right Way to Clean Windows for a Streak-Free Finish How to Seal Drafty ...

3. Caulk - Wikipedia

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   Caulk (also known as caulking and calking) [1] is a material used to seal joints or seams against leakage in various structures and piping. The oldest form of caulk consisted of fibrous materials driven into the wedge-shaped seams between boards on wooden boats or ships. Cast iron sewerage pipes were formerly caulked in a similar way.

4. Porosity sealing - Wikipedia

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   Parts would then be covered with sealant, and positive pressure applied. More energy would be required to penetrate the porosity with sealant than to evacuate the air. The operator would then release the pressure and drain the chamber. Excess Sealant Recovery: The operator would remove excess sealant through gravity, rotation or centrifugal force.

5. Basement waterproofing - Wikipedia

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   Waterproofing a structure from the exterior is the only method the U.S. International Building Code (IBC) recognizes as adequate to prevent structural damage caused by water intrusion. Waterproofing an existing basement begins with excavating to the bottom sides of the footings. Once excavated, the walls are then power washed and allowed to dry.

6. How much to budget for home maintenance - AOL

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   Exterior Caulk If there is no caulking around siding or window trim, look out. The lack of sealer can cause significant moisture damage to the siding and to the house structure, Wanninger warned.

7. 9 Things All Smart Homeowners Should Do Once a Week - AOL

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   Remove the overhead vent and give it a rinse to remove the grease and food residue buildup. “That can prevent fire,” says Dodson. “Your food might taste better, too.”