Okay, so I'm sitting here looking at the weather forecast and it's basically rain, rain, and more rain. Got me thinking about how everyone has their own little tricks or habits to keep their home dry and cozy when the weather decides to throw a tantrum. Personally, I swear by sealing up windows and doors with those foam strips from the hardware store—cheap and easy, you know? But my neighbor's always going on about some fancy spray stuff he uses on his deck to stop water damage. I dunno, seems kinda gimmicky to me.
Anyway, thought it'd be interesting to see what everyone else prefers. Quick poll time:
What's your go-to method for keeping your home protected from wet weather?
1) Foam strips/weather stripping
2) Waterproof sprays or sealants
3) Tarps and covers (old-school!)
4) Professional waterproofing services
5) Eh, I just wing it and hope for the best
Feel free to share your stories or disasters too...I've definitely had my share of soggy carpet moments, haha.
"Personally, I swear by sealing up windows and doors with those foam strips from the hardware store—cheap and easy, you know?"
Same here, foam strips are my go-to. Tried the spray stuff once and honestly, didn't see the point. Foam's cheap, easy, and hasn't let me down yet...
Tried the spray stuff once and honestly, didn't see the point.
Foam strips definitely do the trick for me too, but I gotta say, sometimes they're not enough if you've got bigger gaps or weird-shaped areas. Last winter, I ended up adding some silicone caulking around the edges after the foam strips because water was still sneaking in during heavy storms. Wasn't too hard—just a bit messier—but it made a noticeable difference. Foam's great, but sometimes you need a backup plan...
"Foam's great, but sometimes you need a backup plan..."
Couldn't agree more. Foam strips are solid for basic sealing, but they're not exactly a one-size-fits-all solution. I've found that weatherproof tape or even repurposed rubber gaskets can handle those awkward gaps pretty effectively—especially around older window frames. Worth experimenting a bit.
I've found that weatherproof tape or even repurposed rubber gaskets can handle those awkward gaps pretty effectively—especially around older window frames.
Foam strips and tape are decent quick fixes, but honestly, older homes like mine need something more substantial. I've had better luck with proper storm windows and doors—yeah, they're pricier upfront, but they pay off big-time in the long run. Tried the spray sealants once; total waste of money. If you're serious about keeping water out, invest in solid hardware rather than gimmicks.
