While winter is a few months away, it’ll be here sooner than you
know it so why not prepare ahead of time? There are several steps you
can take to ensure that your home stays nice and warm during those colder months.
- Make sure your air return vents are not blocking air flow. Cold air returns
are crucial when it comes to keeping your furnace running properly.
- Consider purchasing energy efficient windows as they are one of the most
common ways that cold air enters the home. It’s best to update your
windows in the fall so you aren’t frantically looking for a window
installation professional during the dead of winter.
- Switch your furnace or duct air filter every so often to ensure your family
doesn’t get ill during the sick season. Doing this also allows you
to save energy and your furnace will run much more efficiently. Not to
mention, you’ll save a bundle on your heating bill.
- Purchasing a new heating system is another great way to reduce your energy
bill and keep your home warm. If your heater is older than ten years,
it’s definitely time for an upgrade.
- Update your thermostat to a programmable one. This will decrease the energy
use in your home and you can easily adjust the temp. in your home even
when you aren’t there.
- You can actually increase the temperature in your home by a few degrees
when you insulate your hot water pipes. Basically, you’ll find yourself
with warm water on a lower setting, again, decreasing your energy bills.
- Tune up your heater to keep your house warm all winter. Winters Home Services
offers $79 heating inspections. We have a wealth of knowledge when it
comes to heating systems and we are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week!
Ready to prepare your house for the winter? Give us a call today at (617) 977-3101
for heating repair, installation and replacement.
