Checklists For Air Leakage in your Home

Check off the areas that need leak sealing in your home...

WINDOWS & DOORS:

___ broken or loose panes

___ trim, frames, jambs, and sashes

___ storm windows

WALLS:

___ switches and outlets

___ electrical, phone line and T.V. antenna

___ pipes/plumbing

___ baseboard

BASEMENTS:

___ rim joist

___ windows

___ plumbing & gas lines

___ dryer vents

___ cracks in brick

ATTICS:

___ attic door

___ plumbing stacks, chimneys and vents

___ recessed lights and wiring

___ ceiling cracks

___ tops of walls cavities

Leak Sealing Tools & Equipment

___ scissors ___ rags

___ caulk gun ___ screwdriver

___ measuring tape ___ flashlight

___ leather gloves ___ broom

(optional)

___ wire brush ___ hard hat (in attics)

___ utility knife ___ safety glasses*

___ dust mask* ___ sponge

___ boards to walk on in the attic

*when working with insulation

Materials

___ silicone caulk ___ expanding foam sealant

___ acrylic latex caulk ___ non-expanding foam sealant

___ siliconized acrylic caulk ___ backer rod sill sealer

___ butyl rubber caulk ___ fiberglass insulation

___ v-strip weatherstripping ___ aluminum tape (for ductwork)

___ rope caulk ___ door sweeps

___ polyethelene tape for cracks in windows or doors

___ duct tape for temporary use only

___ electrical switch and socket plate sealers (gaskets)

___ clear window plastic with track or double-sided tape