4 Tips to Keep Your Home Warm And Save Money

There’s no denying that winter around this area can get COLD, so what can you do to save on heating?

The most obvious solution: turning the heat down. But you can only really lower it 1 or 2 degrees before you start to feel the difference. Who wants to freeze in their own home? Not us! And you shouldn’t have to either.

Here are a few things that you can do to help keep your home warm and save on heating costs this winter:

Going out? Turn it Down!

It is okay to turn your heat down if you know you will be leaving your home for an extended period of time. In fact, turning the temperature down 10-15% while you’re gone can help lower your heating costs every month.

Try installing a programmable thermostat if you’re on a regular work schedule, programming it to turn on a half hour before you arrive home so you can walk in to a comfortable temperature. Note: Make sure to keep the heat on high enough to prevent pipes from freezing.

Use Everything the Sun Has to Give

Most people don’t associate sunshine with winter, but the sun still comes out, and you can use that to your advantage. When the beams are shining into your home, open the curtains and let the sun in! The sunlight will help warm your house during the day, but remember to close them once the sun sinks below the horizon to help trap warm air in.

Insulate, Insulate, Insulate

Insulation is the number one thing helping to keep the heat inside the walls of your home! Start in the attic (most homes don’t have properly insulated attics) and work your way down.

Find Those Cracks

Any cracks or gaps around windows, doors, or the chimney allow the warm air in your home to escape. Find and seal any drafty areas to keep the cold out all winter long. Still feeling the cold coming through after sealing up the cracks in your windows? It might be time to think about installing replacement windows that are energy efficient!

Aspen Home Improvements offers a wide range of energy efficient replacement windows! Contact one of our home improvement specialists to learn more about installing new windows in your home.