Your heating system works hard to protect your family from the cold temperatures we can encounter here in the greater Gastonia, NC area. With winter officially here, you may find yourself worrying about your upcoming utility bills. It’s challenging to find the right balance between comfort and energy efficiency in the winter time. Fortunately, there are many things you can do to lower your energy bills without sacrificing your comfort. Keep reading below to learn how to keep your Gastonia, NC home warm and your heating system efficient this winter.
Repair Insufficient Insulation
Your homes insulation works in tandem with your heating and cooling system. When your insulation is inadequate, the warm air your heating system produces will escape outside and the cold air from outside will enter your home. Sufficient insulation will keep the warm air inside and prevent the cold air from entering your home. Do a thorough check of your home, especially by your windows and doors, to see if you have any cold spots. If so, be sure to add more insulation to keep your heating system running efficiently this winter.
Install a Programmable Thermostat
If you aren’t already using a programmable thermostat in your Gastonia, NC home, you should definitely consider purchasing one. These thermostats allow you to pre-program your desired temperature settings for different times of the day. For an example, you can program your thermostat to be a lower temperature in the winter while you’re typically away at work and then program it to get warmer during the times you are typically home. This helps reduce the amount of energy your heating system uses in the winter while maintaining a high comfort level in your Gastonia, NC home.
Replace Your Air Filters Regularly
Finally, be sure to replace your air filters on a regular basis. Keeping your air filters clean is one of the easiest ways to make your furnace or heat pump more energy efficient. A dirty or clogged air filter can put additional strain on your heating system equipment which results in an increase in energy usage. We suggest checking your air filters once a month and changing them out when necessary (at least once every 1-3 months).
If you’re interested in learning more about our professional heating system services, give the Cornerstone Comfort Heating & Cooling team a call today! We are always happy to help our customers with any and every heating and air conditioning service need they may have.