Ways to Save Money on Heating This Winter

Service your heating system

A service technician can clean your heating unit, replace the filters and ensure that you wont have any problems during the winter.

Install a programmable thermostat.

A programmable thermostat can lower your homes temperature when you are asleep or not at home. You can save up to 3% on an energy bill for each degree you lower the thermostat.

Add weather stripping around windows and doors

Stop cold breezes before they come into your home by installing weather stripping around door and window thresholds.

Caulking

Caulk around the outside and inside trim of doors and windows to reduce cold air entering and hot air leaving.

Use your ceiling fan

Running a ceiling fan slowly in reverse will keep warm air circulating throughout the house.

Let the sun shine in

During the day open up drapes and blinds to let the sun help heat your home.

Move your furniture

Blocking heating vents and radiators with a sofa will restrict the airflow in your home. This increases the amount of work you furnace needs to do.

Properly insulate your ceilings and attic.

Keep the heat in your living area and not in the attic. Make sure you have enough insulation in your attic and that there are no gaps in the insulation.