- Install a
Programmable Thermostat.We’ve said it before, we’ll say it again: get a Programmable Thermostat if
you don’t have one already. It is the easiest and most efficient way to lower
your energy bills all year around. Program it to automatically turn off when
everyone’s at work, and have it get the temperature ready before people get
home. Turn the system off for vacations; if you buy a Smart Programmable
Thermostat and you forgot to turn off the system before you left you can even
connect and turn it off remotely.
- Turn Down the Thermostat.Once you’ve got your Programmable Thermostat this is the next step! You can
save up to 4% for every degree you lower on your thermostat in the winter.
That’s easy money!
- Lower the Temperature
on Your Water Heater.Your Water Heater typically accounts for a quarter of your entire energy bill
each month, 25% is nothing to scoff at! Turning the temperature down on your
water heater by just 10 degrees will save you a significant amount of money
without hindering your ability to heat your water.
- Keep the Cold Air
Out.Your paying to keep your house warm in the winter, don’t make it any harder for
your system to keep up. Take the time to seal up the small gaps around your
windows and doors, or hire a contractor to do it for you. Windows account for
20% of all heat loss in your home, so make sure they’re all sealed up (and closed) this winter!
- Turn on Your Ceiling Fans.Heat rises, so set up your ceiling fans to spin clockwise so it forces the hot air back down into your room. That warm breeze in your home will help to counteract the slight temperature decrease from step 2, and then some!
So what are you waiting for? Start saving on your energy
bills this winter now. If you have questions about installing programmable
thermostats, a full winter system tune-up, or any other money saving tips, contact
us today!
