To Cut Your Heat Bill, Start by Finding Air Leaks. This Device Can Help - CNET
October marks the unofficial start of home heating season. With oil and gas prices spiking because of the war in Iran, some expect the coming cold months to be among the priciest in years for some. Electricity prices are elevated everywhere, and those who rely on oil may pay as much as 21% more this winter, according to estimates.
With home heat at a premium, you don’t want precious warmth to escape, but it’s hard to know where your house or apartment has leaky spots. A relatively inexpensive gadget can help you find them so you can shore up problem areas that lead to expensive energy waste.
To find air leaks in my home, I use a thermal camera. These same leaks let cool air escape in summer, so the strategy works year-round to lower energy costs. I used the HSFTools Finder S2to conduct a do-it-yourself home...
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