1. Have Your Heating System Serviced by a Professional
One of the easiest ways to lower your energy bills is to have your heating system and furnace checked out by a professional.
Why?
Your furnace runs all winter long, then sits for the entire summer. In that time, it goes from over use to complete dis-use. This can be tough for the system because they motor can burn out, small parts burn out or break, and the general wear and tear adds up.
Then, in the summer, your furnace is left to sit and collect dust… and possibly rust.
Having a heating technician service your furnace and heating system can solve a lot of these problems. This can keep them from causing the system to work too hard (which causes it to suck down electricity, gas, or oil, sending your energy bills skyrocketing).
Having this done can save you a significant amount of money on your heating costs.
2. Use Fans Wisely
Placing fans strategically may seem like something you’d do in the summer. but, it can also help with your heat.
Ceiling fans can push warm air down into the room you’re in.
Fans placed near vents can push warm air much further into your home. If you use a wood or coal stove, a fan can turn a good heat source into a whole-house heating experience.
3. Have Your Ducts Cleaned
One fast, economical way to lower your energy bills in winter is to have your ducts cleaned professionally.
Why?
Over time, small amounts of dust, pollen, and other debris pile up inside of your ducts. Remember, your duct-work is in use in winter and summer, so the build up can happen quickly.
When the ducts are restricted, air has a harder time making its way through. This causes two problems:
One – Less hot air reaches your home
Two – More air gets jammed up and returns to the furnace, causing it to think it needs to work harder, thus consuming more energy
4. Use a Smart Thermostat
Thermostats have come a long way. New, “Smart” thermostats allow you to utilize heating zones, where you can heat certain parts of your home, and leave others less warm. If you are not using the upper floor, or just don’t use a few rooms, why heat them?
Plus, you can set the temperature to stay consistent, or vary (while your away at work, at night, etc.)
All of these will add up to significant savings on your lectric, gas, or oil bills.
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