Cut Your Heating Bills in 2025: Home Inspector Tips for Canton, Woodstock, Cumming & Alpharetta Homes
Is Your Home Leaking Money Every Winter?
Hey, it’s David Lelak here — owner of IHI Home Inspections, and your go-to home inspector in Canton, Cumming, Alpharetta, and Woodstock, GA.
Let me ask you something:
Are your winter heating bills creeping up every year? You're not alone.
Even in Georgia, where winters are relatively mild, I’ve seen firsthand how poor insulation and overlooked air leaks can cost homeowners hundreds of dollars each year—sometimes more. The good news? Many of these issues can be fixed affordably once you know where to look.
And that’s where I come in.
My Top 5 Home Inspector-Approved Tips to Lower Heating Bills in 2025
Whether you're in a cozy ranch in Canton or a modern build in Woodstock, here’s what I recommend:
1. Boost Your Attic Insulation
Your attic is one of the biggest culprits when it comes to heat loss.
If your home has less than 12 inches of insulation — or if the insulation is sagging, compacted, or uneven — you're losing heat fast.
💡 Pro Tip: I always check attic insulation during inspections, especially in homes 10+ years old.
2. Seal Air Leaks with Weatherstripping
Those tiny gaps around doors and windows in homes across Alpharetta and Cumming can let out more heat than you think.
✅ A quick fix like weatherstripping can cut energy loss by 10–15%.
3. Use Expansion Foam in Hidden Areas
During inspections, I often find sneaky gaps behind switch plates, near plumbing penetrations, and cable lines.
📍 These small openings can add up — especially in older homes near downtown Woodstock and Historic Canton.
4. Insulate Basements & Crawlspaces
If your crawlspace or basement isn't insulated, it’s pulling heat from your floors.
📸 I use infrared cameras to spot cold spots and recommend solutions like foam board insulation or vapor barriers.
5. Use Curtains and Blinds Wisely
This one’s so simple, but effective.
Open blinds during the day to let the sun in, and close them at night to trap heat inside.
🪟 Consider thermal curtains — I mention this during walkthroughs with buyers in Alpharetta looking for energy-efficient homes.
Want to Know if Your Home’s Insulation Is Actually Doing Its Job?
Most homeowners can’t see where heat is escaping — but I can.
That’s why I offer energy efficiency inspections and include attic and crawlspace assessments in our upgraded packages.
We use tools like:
✅ Infrared cameras
✅ Moisture detectors
✅ Crawlspace evaluations
✅ HVAC airflow checks
You’d be surprised how often we find savings opportunities in places you never thought to look.
Watch a Real-World Energy Leak Assessment
Check out this quick video where I show what poor attic insulation actually looks like — and how it’s costing a Woodstock homeowner every winter:
🎥 Watch on YouTube
🔍 Why Choose IHI Home Inspections?
I’m not just a guy with a flashlight. I’m David Lelak, and I’ve personally completed over 4,800 inspections across Cherokee and Forsyth County.
I live here. I inspect homes here. And I care about helping my neighbors make smart decisions.
💬 Whether you're buying, selling, or just maintaining — I’m here to make sure your home is safe, sound, and energy-smart.
📍 Proudly Serving:
🏡 Canton, GA
🏡 Woodstock, GA
🏡 Cumming, GA
🏡 Alpharetta, GA
✅ Ready to Cut Your Heating Bills? Start with a Smart Inspection.
Let’s find the gaps in your insulation before winter finds your wallet.
📞 Call IHI Home Inspections at 404-788-2581
🖥️ Or schedule online: ihihomeinspections.com
