🔎 Top 5 Signs Your Home Is Losing Energy (and What to Do About It)
Is your home uncomfortable no matter how high you crank the heat or AC? Are your energy bills rising but your comfort isn’t? You could be losing energy — and money — without even realizing it.
The good news? Once you know the signs, it’s easy to take action.
Here are the top 5 signs your home is losing energy, what they mean, and how to fix them — often with help from free or discounted programs in New York State.
1. 🥶 Drafty Rooms or Cold Floors
The sign: You feel cold spots near windows, doors, or floors — especially in winter.
The cause: Gaps and cracks in your home’s building envelope are letting cold air in and warm air out.
The fix: Professional air sealing around rim joists, windows, attic hatches, and penetrations can stop drafts fast. NYSERDA's EmPower+ program often covers this at no cost.
2. 💸 High Energy Bills — Especially in Summer or Winter
The sign: Your heating or cooling bills are unusually high compared to similar homes.
The cause: Poor insulation and air leaks force your HVAC system to work overtime.
The fix: Adding attic or wall insulation and sealing leaks can reduce energy use by up to 30–40%. With rebates from NYSERDA's Comfort Home Program, you could save thousands on upgrades.
3. 🧊 Ice Dams on the Roof in Winter
The sign: You see icicles or thick ridges of ice forming along the edge of your roof.
The cause: Heat is escaping through your attic, melting snow on the roof which then refreezes at the edge.
The fix: Improving your attic insulation and ventilation helps keep the roof cold and prevents ice dams — protecting your roof and improving energy efficiency.
4. 🌡️ Rooms That Are Always Too Hot or Too Cold
The sign: One room is boiling in summer while another feels like a freezer in winter.
The cause: Uneven insulation, poor ductwork sealing, or missing air barriers can cause inconsistent comfort.
The fix: A comprehensive home energy audit can pinpoint where insulation or sealing is missing, so you can restore balance and comfort throughout your home.
5. 🐭 Pests in the Basement or Attic
The sign: You’ve noticed mice, insects, or other pests in hidden corners of your home.
The cause: Gaps and cracks that leak air can also let in pests.
The fix: Air sealing not only boosts comfort but blocks entry points for unwanted visitors — a win-win for energy and health.
🛠️ What You Can Do Today
If any of these signs sound familiar, you don’t have to guess what’s going wrong — or fix it alone.
In New York, you may qualify for free or subsidized upgrades through programs like:
EmPower+ – Free insulation, air sealing, smart thermostats, and more for income-eligible households
Comfort Home Program – Cash rebates of up to $2,500 for insulation and energy upgrades
Healthy Homes – Free ventilation, air quality, and safety improvements for families with asthma or respiratory conditions
🔍 Step 1: Get a Free Energy Assessment
A certified contractor like Green Home Logic will:
✔️ Identify where your home is losing energy
✔️ Recommend the most effective upgrades
✔️ Help you apply for state programs and rebates
✔️ Handle the installation from start to finish
🏠 Stop Guessing. Start Saving.
The signs are there — and the solution is easier than you think.
👉 Contact Green Home Logic today to schedule your no-cost home assessment and take the first step toward a more comfortable, efficient home.
