Viewing a single comment thread. View all comments

SweetJibbaJams t1_j2s1848 wrote

Reply to comment by _lilkingtrashmouth in Chat Around and Find Out: Tuesday Casual Chat Thread by AutoModerator

That's not unheard of for older houses, especially if you are on a lower floor of the building.

4

_lilkingtrashmouth t1_j2s1iji wrote

I am on the first floor of an old building with tall ceilings - I just wasn't expecting to tack that size bill onto my monthly rent...

3

SweetJibbaJams t1_j2s2z5h wrote

Yeah, that can be some serious sticker shock. It's not glamorous, but putting heat wrap over the windows can make a big difference. and buy lots of blankets.

10

_lilkingtrashmouth t1_j2s3aed wrote

I put some foam insulation around the seams of the windows, but that might not be doing enough - it's definitely better, but still drafty. I remember sitting at my kitchen table the one day and the wind was blowing and I could feel it where I was sitting. Went online and bought something immediately lmao

2

SweetJibbaJams t1_j2s3ov7 wrote

Yeah, i'd definitely recommend plastic that will seal around the edges of the window to prevent the drafts.

3