weatherization

American  

[we-ther-ahyz-ay-shuhn] / ˌwɛ ðər aɪzˈeɪ ʃən /

noun

plural

weatherizations

1. the act or process of weatherizing "a building or other structure.

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Other Word Forms

• pre-weatherization noun

Example Sentences

Since then, states have invested in weatherization programs to make equipment more resilient.

From Barron's • Jan. 21, 2026

"The upfront costs of weatherization and heat-pump installation can be very high," said study senior author Parth Vaishnav of the School for Environment and Sustainability.

From Science Daily • May 31, 2024

“The longest-term foundation is really going to be doing energy efficiency and weatherization work on your home,” he said, pointing to better insulation, windows and air sealing.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 7, 2023

Democratic state Sen. José Menéndez noted that none of the proposed bills addressed how to handle the energy—and money—lost and wasted due to lack of home insulation or power-plant weatherization.

From Slate • Apr. 27, 2023

Some weatherization steps can reduce air leakage to the outdoors, which in turn can increase indoor air pollution concentrations if residents don't also improve kitchen ventilation.

From Salon • Sep. 29, 2022