As winter approaches, so does the desire of a warm, cozy home. However, heating bills can increase significantly during these colder months. Home heating is one of the highest expenses that you will face as a homeowner. We have listed some reasons why your bills are higher during these months. Additionally, Superior AC & Heat has listed some tips to help lower your heating costs. And if your HVAC system starts to act up, we are only a call away. We install, repair, replace, and maintain your systems all year round. We strive to keep your home at a perfect temperature with affordable solutions.
Reasons for High Heating Costs
There are multiple factors that can cause your heating costs to be high in the winter. The state of your heating system, your daily habits and preferences, and your home’s condition all affect your energy bill.
State of Heating System
The condition and age of your heating system can affect your energy bill. An older system works less efficiently, which means it requires more fuel and energy to perform properly. If your system is in need of maintenance or a repair, then it may waste your energy without heating up your home. It’s important to get regular inspections and maintenance for your HVAC system. We can catch issues early, before the bills stack up.
Your Habits
If you prefer to wear shorts and short sleeved shirts around the house, then you will need to turn your heating system up in order to keep warm. However, if you like to wear pants and long sleeved shirts, then you don’t need to keep your home that warm. The way you set your heating system affects the bills too. For example, if you set your home’s thermostat to a specific temperature and leave it there, then it might be warmer than your home needs to be when you are sleeping or when no one is there.
State of Your Home
If your property doesn’t have insulation, you might experience heat loss. This will increase your bills because your heating system will work harder to get your home to the desired temperature. Other negative conditions include if there are leaks around your home, such as by the outlets or fireplace, or if the windows and doors are poorly sealed.
Tips for Lowering the Heating Costs
Superior AC & Heat has a couple of tips for saving money this winter.
Pile Up On the Clothes!
The more layers you wear around the house, the less cold you will be. Therefore, you won’t need to turn up the heat as much as if you were only wearing shorts and tank tops around the house. Invest in some warm blankets and sweaters this year!
Close Off Unused Rooms
If there are rooms in your home that you hardly use, close the doors. There is no need to heat these extra rooms if they are hardly ever used. You can also close the vents in those rooms so the warm air doesn’t travel there.
Superior AC & Heat
If your heating system is in need of maintenance or a repair, Superior AC & Heat is only a call away. We will schedule a date and time that works best for you and help keep your home at the perfect temperature this winter.
