{"id":5346,"date":"2026-01-17T06:35:00","date_gmt":"2026-01-17T12:35:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.georgiagassavings.com\/blog\/?p=5346"},"modified":"2026-01-16T13:36:56","modified_gmt":"2026-01-16T19:36:56","slug":"ten-tips-to-prep-your-georgia-home-for-a-cold-snap","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.georgiagassavings.com\/blog\/ten-tips-to-prep-your-georgia-home-for-a-cold-snap\/","title":{"rendered":"Ten Tips to Prep Your Georgia Home for a Cold Snap"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Seal Home Now Before Georgia\u2019s Next Cold Snap<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Stop shivering! Learn how to prep your home for chilly winter weather to stay cozy and save on your natural gas bills in Georgia.<\/em><\/center><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

In winter, you can count on at least one thing. It\u2019s not if<\/em> a cold snap is coming\u2014it\u2019s when<\/em>. In other words, one week could be sunny and mild. Then suddenly you are cranking up the heat and watching your natural gas bill<\/a> climb. In Georgia, it looks like a cooldown is right around the corner. And with Georgia gas prices<\/a> as high as they are, your monthly bill could get expensive! So, take some time this weekend to prep your Georgia home for a cold snap.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tackle 10 Common Drafty Spots<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Cold air sneaking into your house forces your furnace to work harder. That means you pay more money to your natural gas provider<\/a>. However, Energy Star<\/a> estimates homeowners can save 15% on heating and cooling with sealing and insulation upgrades. So, focus on these 10 common drafty spots to get started.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Doors<\/strong>: replace weather stripping and door sweeps for all exterior doors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Windows<\/strong>: Feel around window frames for drafts. Caulk small gaps and use window insulation film if you have older windows.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Attic<\/strong>: Add weatherstripping around the door going into your attic. Be sure to insulate the door, too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fireplace and Chimney<\/strong>: Always close the damper when you\u2019re not using the fireplace to stop airflow. You can also seal around the fireplace with foam board and fire rated caulk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Crawl Space Access<\/strong>: Use weatherstripping around the door for a tight seal. Fill any gaps in the threshold with spray foam or caulk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Outlets<\/strong>: Add foam outlet gaskets behind cover plates on exterior walls.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Plumbing<\/strong>: Seal gaps around pipes under sinks. Also look for gaps around pipes near the water heater. Seal these with caulk or spray foam.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dryer Vent<\/strong>: Make sure the exterior vent flap closes tightly and replace if necessary. Also seal gaps around the vent with fire-rated spray foam or high-heat caulk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Exhaust Fans<\/strong>: Seal gaps around fan housings and check that exterior vent covers close tightly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Recessed Lighting<\/strong>: seal these lights that penetrate into attic space by installing fire-rated recessed light covers. Alternatively, apply spray foam to seal the light to the drywall.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A Project that Pays off During a Cold Snap<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Tackling these 10 drafty spots in your home is a quick project that can make a big difference. Specifically, fewer drafts mean your furnace runs less and you use less natural gas while staying cozy during a cold snap in Georgia. Additionally, you can take these energy saving efforts even further by shopping for a cheap natural gas rate<\/a>. So, find your best natural gas plan today at https:\/\/www.georgiagassavings.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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