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[et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text”]With winter comes frosty temperatures. This means that you will have to do what you can in order to keep your home warm. You may find it difficult to keep your winter electric bill down during this time. Fortunately, there are six ways that can help you can lower your winter heating bill and still keep your home at a comfortable temperature.
Lower Your Thermostat
You can save a lot of money on your winter electric bill by lowering your thermostat. Even just one or two degrees can lower your energy usage. If you find that your family notices the difference, wear a sweater in the house, or put a few more blankets on the bed for them to use when they are sleeping.
Open Your Curtains
By letting the sun in each day, you can warm up your house. Just make sure you close the curtains when the sun goes down in order to keep the heat inside of your home. Insulated curtains work best.
Shut Doors And Vents In Rooms You Aren’t Using
If you aren’t using a room, there’s no need to heat it. Shut the doors and vents in rooms that aren’t in use. This will allow you to warm other rooms more efficiently and lower your winter heating bill.
Change Your Air Conditioner’s Filters
In order for air to flow easily, your air conditioner’s filters need to be clean. They can get dirty with dust and debris quickly. If you want your air conditioner to work efficiently, you need to change the filters at least once a month. A dirty filter won’t allow hot air to flow throughout your house as it should, and it will cause higher electric bills.
Insulate Your House
If you are struggling with keeping your house warm each winter, you may need to add insulation to the attic. It will help keep cold air from coming into your home, and hot air will be able to stay in. Adding insulation to your home may be tax-deductible as well. In a few short years, the expense of insulating your home may pay for itself in the savings you experience by having less electricity usage each month.
Seal Leaks
You may be having difficulty keeping your house warm because of leaks. If you have a constant stream of cold air coming in, you will notice a rise in your electricity bills. Leaks often occur around windows, doors, gaps near pipes and holes in the walls where cables come into your home. Usually, you can easily seal these areas with caulk.
In conclusion, the cold winter months mean that you may be needing to heat your home on a consistent basis. Fortunately, you don’t have to deal with high electric bills this winter if you utilize the above tips that will help your home retain heat without sacrificing comfort.
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