Low level drafts

Yorky

In a new house, what would cause low-level drafts? Even in mild weather it is noticeable up to about two feet above floor level.

crosstownk

Draughts possibly coming from under the doors? Are your windows above the draughts?

When I moved into my current house I had a draught at the same height in my kitchen. I traced it to the kitchen door. Once I fitted a draught excluder all was well.

A certain amoung of draughting is necessary for adequate ventilation so be sure not to seal up too much.

Benster

We had the same thing for ages when we first moved into our new build last year, the living room just would not hold any heat for a decent length of time.

There were a few drafts coming from the walls, and I traced the problem to the fact that the plasterboard didn't go down the full length down the wall to the concrete floor, so there was a gap behind the skirting board that let the air straight in from the cavity.

I fixed it with a few tins of the expanding foam; removed the skirting boards and squirted it into the gaps. Worked a treat, even though it was a good bit of work.

Hope that helps.

B.