9 Ways To Lower Heating Costs in Winter
Staying warm and cozy is crucial during the harsh cold of winter. However, this often results in high utility bills. Schneller Knochelmann Plumbing, Heating & Air knows how devastating it can be to get that bill. So, we’ve compiled a list of steps you can take to lower your costs this winter.
1. Lower the Thermostat
By decreasing the temperature by 10 degrees, you can save up to 10% annually on heating. Try lowering the thermostat when you’re sleeping or going out for the day.
2. Wear Warm Clothes
Wearing sweaters, socks, and sweatpants in your home can help you keep your heat low. The less you need to raise the thermostat, the more you save.
3. Cook at Home
Winter naturally makes us want to eat warmer food like soups and stews. Cooking more from home means using your stove and often more, emitting heat from the appliances. This heat can help keep you warm. Next time you bake, keep the oven door slightly open when you’re done, so the heat can escape and warm your home.
4. Make Sure Windows Are Closed
Don’t let cold air in your home. Make sure your windows and doors are tightly shut to avoid any cold drafts. Cold drafts can make your HVAC system work harder and less effectively, which leads to a higher bill.
5. Use Space Heaters
If you notice you only need warmth in one spot of your home where you spend most of your time, you can use a space heater to supplement or replace your heating system. Instead of letting your central heat work hard and warm up unnecessary, unused areas of your home, you can cater your warmth to yourself with a portable space heater to save money.
6. Add Insulation
By adding insulation to the walls of your home, you can decrease the percentage of heat lost through the roof and walls. This approach will keep you warmer and keep your heating bill lower.
7. Service Your Heating System
Are you noticing weird sounds coming from your heating system? Or is it just not heating your home properly, and your bill is horrendously high? These are all signs that your system needs repair. Schneller Knochelmann Plumbing, Heating & Air can help.
8. Change Filters
With a forced-air heating system, there’s a filter in your furnace that traps dust, pet hair, and other allergens. This filter accumulates dust over time and needs to be changed periodically. Changing this filter can help significantly lower your heating costs by allowing your system to work more efficiently.
9. Consider Replacing Your HVAC System
If your heating system is decades old, it may be on its last legs. An old heating system won’t keep up with the demands of warming your home. It will work harder and raise your bill through the roof. You’ll save money by replacing your system with an upgrade.
Save More With Your Local HVAC Professional
We hope these tips on lowering your heating costs will help you save this winter. The blistering cold causes enough worry. We don’t need high bills, too. If you still notice your bill is unusually high after applying all these methods, you’ll need an expert to diagnose the issue.
For nearly a century, our team has assisted families in our community with 100% satisfaction. Let us help you get more bang for your buck during the winter.
Speak to a technician today to resolve your heating issue fast or contact us online.