--- title: Detecting, Preventing and Fixing Air Leaks with Proper Home Insulation description: Air leaks in your Las Vegas home often go unnoticed as you adjust your air conditioning or heating. Here’s why home insulation can help. Call First Quality Roofing & Insulation at 702-262-7847 to learn more. image: https://info.firstqualityroof.com/hubfs/Blog_images/Detecting%2c%20Preventing%20and%20Fixing%20Air%20Leaks%20with%20Proper%20Home%20Insulation.jpg --- ![](https://info.firstqualityroof.com/hubfs/blog-2019-img/FQ%20Logo-2.png) ![](https://info.firstqualityroof.com/hubfs/blog-2019-img/Call%20Today.png) [Call Us Today 702.262.7847](tel:7022627847) [Call Now 702.262.7847](tel:7022627847) ![](https://info.firstqualityroof.com/hubfs/blog-2019-img/phone.svg) - [Home](http://firstqualityroof.com) - [Why Choose Us](http://firstqualityroof.com/why-choose-us/) - [Home Tips](http://firstqualityroof.com/home-tips/) - [Testimonials](http://firstqualityroof.com/testimonials/) - [100% Financing Available](http://firstqualityroof.com/100-financing-available/) - [Super Service Award](http://firstqualityroof.com/super-service-award/) - [Services](http://firstqualityroof.com/services/) - [Roofing Systems](http://firstqualityroof.com/roofing-systems/) - [Image Gallery](http://firstqualityroof.com/image-gallery/) - [Contact Us](http://firstqualityroof.com/contact-us/) - [Employment](http://firstqualityroof.com/employment/) - [Blog](https://info.firstqualityroof.com/blog) [RoofRepairs](http://firstqualityroof.com/roof-repairs) ![](https://info.firstqualityroof.com/hubfs/blog-2019-img/header-links-bg-1.png) [RoofReplacement](http://firstqualityroof.com/roof-replacement) ![](https://info.firstqualityroof.com/hubfs/blog-2019-img/header-links-bg-2.png) [AtticInsulation](http://firstqualityroof.com/attic-insulation) ![](https://info.firstqualityroof.com/hubfs/blog-2019-img/header-links-bg-3.png) # Your Las Vegas # Roofing Professionals ## [Detecting, Preventing and Fixing Air Leaks with Proper Home Insulation](https://info.firstqualityroof.com/blog/detecting-preventing-and-fixing-air-leaks-with-proper-home-insulation) Posted by [First Quality Roofing & Insulation](https://info.firstqualityroof.com/blog/author/first-quality-roofing-insulation) on Aug 31, 2018, 11:24:00 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) ![Detecting, Preventing and Fixing Air Leaks with Proper Home Insulation](https://info.firstqualityroof.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Blog_images/Detecting%2c%20Preventing%20and%20Fixing%20Air%20Leaks%20with%20Proper%20Home%20Insulation.jpg?width=900&name=Detecting%2c%20Preventing%20and%20Fixing%20Air%20Leaks%20with%20Proper%20Home%20Insulation.jpg) Even the smallest of air leaks in your home are a big deal. From garage to attic, they can happen anywhere and represent a serious increase in energy costs. In fact, between 10% and 30% of a home’s typical energy costs can be traced to energy leaks that could have (and should be) sealed. Fixing air leaks doesn’t have to be complicated and sufficient [home insulation](https://www.firstqualityroof.com/attic-insulation/) is a likely solution. ## **Detecting Air Leaks in Your Home** Knowing how to inspect your home for air leakage is important not only for your family’s comfort, but for the energy-efficiency of your home. Here are some areas that are commonly affected by air leaks: - Attic openings - Wiring holes for cable and electrical - Plumbing vents - Furnace ducts or flues - Plumbing vents - Rim joists To check for air leaks on your own you should: - Look for gaps near any of the above locations - Carefully inspect your home’s outer walls, doors and windows for gaps and cracks. - Perform a smoke test by sealing up the house and then using a lit incense stick to test for potential leaks. You can also get a [free home energy audit](https://impact-nv.org/nv-energy-home-audit-program) where a licensed energy auditor performs an in-home evaluation of the areas that could be wasting energy. ## **Meet Energy Standards and Save Money with Home Insulation** Blown-in **home insulation** is the simplest, most effective way to improve your home’s energy-efficiency, reducing your energy costs. 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