How to Save Energy During the Holidays
As the holiday season approaches, you’ll want to make sure your home and heating system are ready for the cold. There are several energy efficiency steps you can take so that your utility bills don’t rise too high.
Have the Heating Unit Maintained
Heating maintenance is important for several reasons. For starters, any warranties on the unit may become void without it. More to the point, though, maintenance keeps a system running smoothly and prevents costly breakdowns from occurring in the future.
You can depend on Obermanns for tune-ups. Many residents of Jackson, MO, already do. A yearly tune-up covers all the basics from thermostat calibration to air filter replacement.
Program the Thermostat
Many homeowners own programmable thermostats yet never bother to program them. Instead, they have their heating units turning on and off throughout the day, even when no one is home. You should program your thermostat so that your unit stays off while you’re sleeping and while you’re out working or shopping. With a wireless thermostat, you could turn the unit on from a smartphone app.
Weatherstripping
Your home may be letting out all of the heated air through cracks in the doors, windows, and attic. This means the heating unit will be switching on more frequently. To prevent this waste of energy, you can check for these openings and then seal them up. Various materials can be used from foam tape to caulking.
Adding Insulation
Insulation is crucial to keeping the hot air inside your home. Have a professional inspect the insulation levels in your attic. You may need additional layers, or you may need it to be replaced with something that boasts a higher R-value.
Serving Homeowners for Four Decades
Obermanns is ready to provide you with the necessary heating repairs and maintenance here in Jackson. If you want your heating unit replaced, just know that we’re a Dave Lennox Premier Dealer. We also handle AC and plumbing work. To schedule an appointment, call us today.
