Studies show that the average family in the U.S. spends $2,200 on energy bills. What’s more, heating and cooling make up the bulk of those costs.
Suffice to say, staying warm can eat away at your budget.
But it doesn’t have to. There are plenty of ways to stay warm and cozy without having to empty your pocketbook.
Keep reading to learn about a few easy ways that you can keep yourself and your family warm this winter, and how heating services can help!
Do you live or have an office in an area that gets plenty of sunshine? Then you’re in luck!
Leaving the blinds open is an easy and completely free way to naturally add a little heat to any room.
While it won’t add as much heat as, say, your heater, you can expect to raise the temperature by a few degrees. Plus, sunlight has a positive impact on mood. So go ahead and let a little sunshine in — it might just save you a few bucks.
Your home’s furnace has a lifespan of around 20 to 30 years. However, that might be shorter depending on how good you are about keeping up with basic maintenance.
It’s ideal to have your furnace checked twice per year, though some people opt for a once-per-year checkup.
Now is the perfect time to have your furnace and cooling system serviced.
Of course, furnace maintenance isn’t the only area you’ll want to keep up with. It’s also crucial that you keep up with your home’s air quality.
Dirty air filters and dusty vents contribute to allergies and breathing troubles and might even affect your home or office’s temperature.
If you’re not comfortable replacing your air filter yourself, feel free to call a trusted heating and cooling service. At the very least, you should aim to dust any vents once per week, as dust and dirt can build up and impact air quality, too.
Can’t seem to keep your house cool no matter what? The issue may not be your vents or furnace at all.
Air leaks are responsible for up to 30% of heating and cooling energy loss, as improperly sealed doors and windows allow cold air to enter your home as heat escapes.
If you find any vulnerabilities in your home, fixing any leaks shouldn’t take longer than an hour or two.
Ultimately, your best bet is to check in with local heating services. Aside from performing routine upkeep on your HVAC unit, they can alert you of any quick fixes you can make around your home to stay warm.
Don’t get left out in the cold, give us a call today and check out how our pricing and specials can save you money.
