Winterize Now and Save Up To 20 Percent on Home Heating Bills

Atlanta, GA – October 2, 2006

A chill in the evening air, a dark commute home from work – the signs are all here... winter is on its way.  With home heating costs skyrocketing over the past five years, homeowners dread the implications of the season, especially turning on the furnace. However, you can cut costs on those heating bills by getting your home ready now before the onslaught of cold, rain, slush, ice and snow.  

Winterizing your home early allows you to use a total house approach and take time to thoroughly investigate and seal all places where heat may escape.  These problem areas can account for 30-50 percent of the energy loss in the home.  

“Old Man Winter always seems to take us by surprise,” says Janet Hansen, retail marketing communication manager for The Dow Chemical Company.  “However, preparing your home now by sealing areas where warm air escapes and the cold comes in can save upwards of 20 percent on your home energy bills.” 

GREAT STUFF™ Insulating Foam Sealant fills voids that contribute to air leakage, saving you money on heating bills and also protecting your home for the long term.  The number one selling insulating foam sealant in the world since 1978, GREAT STUFF™ forms a permanent, airtight and water-resistant seal that protects your home from the outside elements.  Available in three different varieties:  Gaps & Cracks, Big Gap Filler and Window & Door – there is a specialized product for every area in your home. 

Insulating your home with GREAT STUFF™ also carries year-long benefits, such as reducing condensation that leads to mold and mildew and eliminating insects by closing openings where bees, ladybugs and other pests can enter the home.

“With all of the additional expenses we are facing today, it is crucial that we get the most for our money,” Hansen says.  “Using GREAT STUFF™ is an inexpensive and easy way to ensure you are effectively utilizing your energy dollars.” 

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For more information on how GREAT STUFF™ can help homeowners save money, contact:

For Editorial Information:

Janet Hansen
The Dow Chemical Company
(678) 269-1246

April Clark
Blattner Brunner Public Relations
(412) 995-9664

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