Tips for Reducing Heating Bills Without Sacrificing Comfort
Who doesn’t like to save money? It doesn’t really matter where the money is saved, spending less always feels good. Of course, it doesn’t feel good to be cold inside your home, so saving money by turning down the thermostat might not be a trade you want to make.
But what if you could bring down your heating bills without being uncomfortable along the way? That just might be possible, and this page will explain how to do it. If you need any help with your Burlington furnace along the way, be sure to connect with the Berico team to schedule an appointment.
Seal Cracks Carefully
One thing you certainly don’t want to be doing during the winter is paying to heat the outdoors. That might sound silly, but it’s exactly what you’ll be doing if there are cracks or gaps in your home that need to be closed up. Space around windows and doors can allow the heated air that your HVAC system is creating to go directly outside, where it will be lost forever. So, take some time to seal things up using weatherstripping or caulking. A minor investment of time and money can go a long way toward saving you on energy costs while improving the performance of your system at the same time.
Use a Programmable Thermostat
Another costly mistake is heating your house while you aren’t at home to enjoy it. It’s easy to forget to change the thermostat setting when you leave the house for the day, or when you go to bed and don’t need it to be as warm. These problems can be solved with a programmable thermostat, or a smart thermostat. Putting a bit of technology on your side will help you cut down on energy use without losing any comfort.
Keep Up On Maintenance
There is no way that a furnace that is clogged up with dust is going to operate at peak efficiency. The same can be said for a furnace that has worn-out parts, or parts that are loose. So, having your furnace maintained regularly – once per year should be sufficient – will keep it in proper working order and can bring down the amount of energy that it uses while running.
Use Natural Heat to Your Advantage
There are plenty of nice days during the winter months in the Greensboro area. When the temperature does climb during the winter, be sure to take full advantage. Open up the windows to invite that warmed air inside and give your furnace a little bit of a break.
Get Ready for Winter Now
It’s always best to be ready for winter before it arrives, rather than trying to play catch-up later. So, if you need any type of heating repair work completed, or if you are planning a furnace installation project, call Berico right away to chat. With a friendly team of experts and excellent pricing, you’ll be in good hands on every job.
