Is your high heating bill getting you down? The Energy Information Administration reported that this winter’s heating fuel costs could average about $928 per household. So if you want to save money and reduce your heating costs, give some of these tips a try.
Wear Socks: Wait…what? Well, if your feet are cold, your whole body will be cold. So bundle up instead of cranking up the heat.
Free Heat: Some common household activities generate lots of warmth, including cooking and taking a shower.
Lower the Thermostat: By turning the thermostat down just a few degrees, a change that you will barely notice, will save you 5-10% on your heating bill. This is why programmable thermostats are such a great money saving idea.
Programmable Thermostat: A programmable thermostat allows you to adjust the heat on a predetermined schedule, so you can lower the heat when you’re not home or when you’re sleeping. The initial cost output will be around $30-100 (plus installation), but that is money you will make back through energy savings.
Turn Down the Thermostat on the Water Heater: Turning down the thermostat on your water heater from 140 to 120 degrees can be a great money saving solution.
Keep them Closed: If your heat is on, keep your doors and windows closed. Don’t let heat escape unnecessarily.
Keep Windows Covered at Night: This will reduce heat loss and keep cold air from infiltrating your home. But be sure to let the sun shine in during the day, as this will help heat your home.
Explore the Outdoors: Check your exterior heating unit and hose it down occasionally to remove dirt and other debris that may be affecting its efficiency.
Self Energy Audit: Light a candle and hold it up to doors, windows and light fixtures. Where is the smoke going? If you notice an air leak, this means heat will be escaping as well. So get to caulking or install some low-cost weather stripping.
Call a Professional: Proper professional maintenance of your heating and cooling equipment can help you avoid costly replacements and repairs, and can reduce your energy bills. Clean Air Heating and Air Conditioning services and repairs all major brands of heating and cooling equipment including Carrier, Trane, Rheem, York and Goodman.
Most heating and central air conditioning problems can be resolved with a simple service call. Clean Air Heating & Air Conditioning’s licensed HVAC service technicians will diagnose the problem and provide you with an honest assessment of your HVAC system. If a more complex issue is discovered, Clean Air Heating and Air Conditioning will present you with all options so that you can make an informed decision.
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