Why Your Home Feels So Cold This Winter: 7 Hidden Draft Spots Around Windows & Doors
Jamb Up Installations – Serving Loganville, Athens, Winder & Surrounding Areas
Winter in Northeast Georgia can bring sudden cold snaps that make your home feel drafty fast.
If you’ve noticed chilly rooms, cold floors, or higher heating bills, your windows and doors may be letting warm air escape.
Up to 30% of your home’s heat can be lost through aging, drafty windows and doors — especially during winter.
👉 Get a Free Winter Draft Inspection from Jamb Up Installations
1. Warped Window Frames from Georgia Temperature Swings
In Loganville, Athens, and Winder, temperatures swing from warm afternoons to freezing mornings. Over time, this causes older window frames to warp and separate from the wall.
Signs include:
- Drafts around window edges
- Cold spots near windows
- Curtains moving on windy days
👉 Jamb Up Installations can replace warped frames with modern, insulated windows.
2. Worn-Out Weatherstripping Around Doors
One of the top sources of winter drafts? Old or worn weatherstripping. In many Georgia homes, the seal around the door frame breaks down every 2–5 years.
This leads to:
- Cold entryways
- Air sneaking around door edges
- Higher heating bills
👉 We install insulated, winter-ready doors that seal tight.
3. Drafts Sneaking Through Sills & Thresholds
Many homes in Winder, Monroe, Bethlehem, and Grayson experience drafts through thresholds and sills — especially sliding patio doors.
Winter symptoms:
- Cold floors near windows and doors
- Drafty room corners
- Condensation or ice on thresholds
👉 We install insulated sills and doors designed to stop winter air instantly.
4. Foggy or Sweating Windows = Failed Seals
If moisture is trapped between the window panes — especially in the morning — the seal is broken. Once the seal fails, the window loses nearly all insulation value.
👉 Jamb Up Installations replaces failed units with energy-efficient Low-E glass windows.
5. Whistling or Rattling on Windy Nights
Whistling, rattling, or vibration noises during winter windstorms mean the window no longer fits tightly in the frame.
👉 We install draft-proof windows with multi-point sealing to eliminate wind noise and air leaks.
6. Outdated Glass That Lets Heat Escape
Older single-pane and early double-pane windows allow heat to escape easily. Modern windows offer:
- Low-E coatings
- Argon gas insulation
- Warm edge spacers
- Superior thermal performance
👉 Upgrading glass can reduce heat loss by up to 40%.
7. Dry Indoor Air and Static Shocks
Excessively dry indoor air is a common sign that cold, dry outside air is leaking into your home. Efficient windows help maintain a consistent indoor environment.
Why Winter Is the BEST Time for New Windows & Doors in Georgia
- Instant comfort improvements
- Lower heating bills
- Faster installation scheduling
- Seasonal discounts
- Better indoor humidity levels
Why Homeowners Trust Jamb Up Installations
Jamb Up Installations proudly serves:
We provide clean installation, honest pricing, and zero-pressure recommendations — backed by expertise in winter comfort and energy efficiency.
Stop Winter Drafts for Good
Get your FREE Winter Draft Inspection from Jamb Up Installations.
Feel the comfort and energy savings immediately.