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How to Keep Your Home Warm Without Overworking Your Furnace

As the colder months approach, keeping your home warm is a top priority. However, constantly running your furnace can lead to higher energy bills and unnecessary wear on your heating system.

As the colder months approach, keeping your home warm is a top priority. However, constantly running your furnace can lead to higher energy bills and unnecessary wear on your heating system. At Ashton Heating & Cooling, we’ve gathered some practical tips to help you stay warm without overworking your furnace.

Seal Drafts and Insulate Your Home

Drafts around windows and doors can allow cold air to enter your home, making it harder for your furnace to maintain a comfortable temperature. By sealing these gaps, you can prevent heat from escaping. Adding or upgrading insulation in your attic, walls, and basement can also help keep warmth inside, reducing the work your furnace has to do.

Use a Smart Thermostat

Investing in a programmable or smart thermostat is a simple way to efficiently manage your home’s temperature. These devices allow you to set a schedule that adjusts the temperature when you’re not home or during nighttime. Smart thermostats also learn your habits and can automatically adjust the settings to ensure energy-efficient heating, ultimately leading to energy savings.

Take Advantage of Natural Sunlight

Sunlight can provide a natural source of warmth for your home during the day. Keeping your curtains or blinds open in rooms that receive direct sunlight allows heat to enter and naturally warm your living space. At night, closing the curtains or blinds helps to retain the warmth and prevent heat from escaping through the windows.

Maintain Your Furnace Regularly

Changing the air filter regularly ensures proper airflow, preventing your system from straining to push warm air through a clogged filter. Additionally, scheduling annual maintenance with a professional HVAC technicianwill help identify potential issues that could lead to inefficiency.

Close Off Unused Rooms

If you have rooms in your home that aren’t used frequently, such as guest rooms or storage areas, close the doors and heating vents in those spaces. By doing so, you can prevent your furnace from heating rooms that aren’t occupied, allowing it to focus on the areas where warmth is needed most.

Dress Warmer and Use Blankets

Sometimes, the easiest solution is to bundle up. Wearing layers like sweaters and warm socks can help you feel comfortable at a slightly lower thermostat setting. Using blankets when sitting or sleeping can also keep you warm without raising the temperature.

Consider a Zoning System

For homes with large or multiple stories, a zoning system can help control heating more efficiently. Zoning allows you to divide your home into different areas, each with its own thermostat. This means you can heat specific rooms or floors without overworking your furnace to heat the entire house. Zoning systems provide targeted comfort, reducing energy waste and giving you more control over how heat is distributed.

Looking to improve your home’s heating efficiency and save on energy costs this winter? Contact us today to schedule a furnace tune-up or explore energy-saving options. Let us help you stay warm without overworking your furnace!

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