Tips For A Lower Heating Bill

Written by MSCO on October 18, 2017.

Help Lower My Heating Bills, Please!

Here are some steps to reducing your overall energy usage, thus lowering costs, and making everyone happy.

Replace or clean your filters regularly
Use your ceiling fans to optimize air flow
Seal any gaps or air leaks to weatherize your home
Keep your fireplace chimney damper closed when not in use
Set thermostat to 68 degrees during the day and back to 60 degrees at night-each degree can save up to 5 percent of your energy bill
Install a programmable thermostat
Open blinds and drapes during the day to let the sun warm your rooms
Keep hot water use to a minimum and shorten showers (2/3 of your water heating costs go to showers)
Install high efficiency appliances, doors, and windows

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