Did you know, heating accounts for on average 45% of your utility bills? Not only does this cost you money, but also takes a toll on the environment. There are many alternative energy solutions for heating your home, and when put into action can greatly reduce the amount of energy you use in your household.
To start, there are many ways to ensure your furnace is energy efficient. Check your filter to make sure it is clean, reducing the amount of work the blower motor in your furnace has to do. Make sure to check your heating ducts for leaks, and if necessary upgrade your furnace to one that is designed to be highly efficient. This purchase could even make you eligible for a tax credit. For more details on all of these steps check out this article on making your furnace more efficient.
Lower your thermostat! Even a few degrees can save you a large portion on your heating bill. Those few degrees will be generally unnoticeable, but lowering your temperature from 72 degrees fahrenheit to 68 degrees you can save up to 12% on your heating bill.
An easy fix for minimizing your energy use when heating your home is to make sure no furniture blocks any vents or radiators. By blocking the heat flow, this can result in cooler rooms, therefore forcing you to use more energy to maintain a comfortable temperature.
Block the heat from leaking out through you door by purchasing a draft snake (or you can make your own).
Statistics and Research via GreenHomeGuide.com
