**A Cold Draft Keeps Sneaking in Under My Front Door, and the Handyman Can’t Come Until After the Holidays. What Can I Do Right Now?**
It always seems to happen at the worst possible time. The temperature drops, the holidays arrive, and suddenly you notice it—the unmistakable chill creeping across your feet every time you walk past the front door. You check the weather stripping, glance at the clock, and then reality hits: the handyman can’t come until after the holidays.
Let’s walk through what’s happening, why it matters, and—most importantly—what you can do today.
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## Why Cold Drafts Under Doors Are Such a Big Deal
A draft under the front door isn’t just uncomfortable—it’s inefficient. That thin stream of cold air can:
* Make rooms feel colder than they actually are
* Force your heating system to work harder
* Increase energy bills
* Create uneven temperatures throughout your home
Even a small gap under the door can let in a surprising amount of cold air. And since cold air sinks, you’ll feel it most around your feet—exactly where it’s hardest to ignore.
Until a handyman can permanently fix the issue, your goal is simple: **block the airflow**.
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Before jumping into fixes, take two minutes to confirm the source.
* Run your hand slowly along the bottom of the door
* Look for visible light coming through from outside
* Place a piece of tissue or paper near the door—if it flutters, you’ve found the leak
Most holiday-season drafts come from:
* Worn or flattened door sweeps
* Gaps between the door and threshold
* Slight door warping from temperature changes
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