Replace worn-out weather stripping

Weatherstripping is installed on doors to keep out the outdoors and unwelcome critters. Unfortunately, this thin rubber strip is not indestructible. Replacing worn or damaged weather stripping around outside doors to save energy costs is essential.

Bring a piece of the old weather stripping with you to the home improvement store so you can match it easily. In newer doors, the weatherstripping fits into a groove in the door casing. Simply pull it out to remove it. Then, cut a fresh piece to size and insert it into the groove. Begin with a smooth, clean, and dry surface before installing new weather stripping. Using an adhesive cleaner and possibly a light sanding, remove all old glue. Old nail holes should be filled and sanded. Fill and sand any old screw holes that cannot be reused.