Keeping your home warm and comfortable throughout the fall and winter season while simultaneously keeping your heating costs down is always a delicate balance. This is especially true if you are not a place to make a major renovation, but just want a few quick tips to get you through the cold months. Quit the tightrope act with these heating tips to save this season.
Regularly Change Your Filters
HVAC filters lose their efficiency as they grow dirtier. Keep your electric bill down and protect your HVAC from overworking by changing your filters regularly. Experts recommend changing at least seasonally, but you may choose to replace your filters monthly if your home is prone to dust or houses pets.
Reset Your Ceiling Fan
Ceiling fans have a setting to change the blades’ direction of movement depending on the season. Make sure your ceiling fan is set to winter mode to keep your room feeling cozy.
Purchase Some Winter-Appropriate Curtains
Keep your home warmer by installing some insulated curtains or window quilts. Whenever possible, open your curtains in the morning when the sunlight can warm your home, but be sure to shut them again as it gets darker to keep your home’s warmth in.
Seal Up Cracks
The simple task of installing weather-stripping or caulking leaky doors and windows has a big impact. This can save up to 10 percent on energy costs.
Upgrade Your Thermostat
Whether you decide to install a smart thermometer or a programmable thermometer, you can drastically save by keeping your home cooler when you don’t require the extra heating.
Large projects can reduce your heating bill–there’s no doubt. However, if you are looking for a few quick tips to help your home stay warm and cost-effective this year, these simple tips are just what you need.
