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The 90-Minute Fall Draft Check: Sealing Outlets and Switch Plates on Exterior Walls

Electrical outlets and switches are small openings in a home’s air barrier. When a box is set into an exterior wall, air may move through gaps between the box and…

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November 7, 2026

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Before Indianapolis Winter: Garage Door Insulation Kits vs. Pre-Insulated Doors in 2026

An attached garage can be more than a place to park when winter arrives. If its door has little or no insulation, heat can pass through the large surface area,…

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October 27, 2026

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Smart or Programmable? The Winter Thermostat Payback Math for Indianapolis

To compare thermostat options in Indianapolis, use the supplied 2026 utility rates as local cost assumptions: AES Indiana electricity at 17.41 cents per kilowatt-hour and Citizens Energy natural gas at…

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October 24, 2026

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The No-Spend Fall Home Reset: 12 Simple Checks to Prepare Your House

A no-spend fall home reset starts with observation, not a shopping list. These checks help you notice common safety and comfort issues using items already in your home; no special…

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October 22, 2026

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Before Indiana’s First Freeze: October’s Final Window for Exterior Paint Repairs

Exterior paint repairs are unusually time-sensitive in Indianapolis in mid-October because paint needs suitable conditions not only while it is applied, but also while it cures. Many standard exterior paints…

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October 15, 2026

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The Fall Garage Door Seal Upgrade: Block Drafts, Pests, and Moisture

As autumn temperatures fall and rain becomes more frequent, even a narrow opening around a garage door can affect comfort and cleanliness. The bottom edge is especially exposed: an uneven…

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October 14, 2026

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Crawlspace Encapsulation vs. Vented Design: Indianapolis Homeowner Costs and the Fall 2026 Decision Guide

A traditional vented crawlspace relies on outdoor air entering through foundation vents. Although this design was intended to reduce moisture, it can also bring Indianapolis humidity, cold winter air, and…

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October 12, 2026

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What’s Your Indianapolis Fall Home-Prep Personality? A Five-Type Quiz for October

October in Indianapolis can make seasonal preparation feel surprisingly complicated. One day, the thermometer is sitting comfortably in the 70s, and the next, the forecast is hinting at freezing temperatures,…

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October 10, 2026

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The 2026 Window Heat-Loss Fix: Costs, Comfort Gains, and Payback from Draft Snakes to Storm Windows

Windows and doors may account for roughly 25–30% of a home’s heating-energy loss when gaps, worn seals, single-pane glass, and inadequate coverings permit air leakage or radiant heat to escape.…

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October 9, 2026

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The Indianapolis Fall-Ready Home Check: 8 Small Things to Fix Before the First Real Freeze

By late September, many Indianapolis homes are caught between seasons. Summer furniture may still be resting on the porch, hoses remain attached to outdoor faucets, and garden tools can be…

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October 8, 2026