Lower Your Energy Costs This Fall With These Tips

October 14, 2018

You may believe that your HVAC system is operating as efficiently as it can get. What you may not know is that you can lower energy costs by doing a few simple things, and thereby save some serious money on your future energy bills. Although there is nothing really fancy here, if you follow these tips, you'll not only lower your energy costs but you'll also be more comfortable this fall and winter.

Change Your Air Furnace Filter

Check your filter once per month, and if you can no longer see through it, put in a new one. As the air filter gets dirty, it begins to impede air flow. That makes your furnace fan work harder, and a harder-working fan places more stress on parts and uses more energy.

Let The Sunshine In

Open those sun-facing curtains and let the sun provide a little solar heat inside of your home. If the added natural heat keeps your furnace from running as long as usual, you'll be saving dollars on your energy bill. Make sure you close the drapes or curtains after the sun goes down, to provide a layer of insulation.

Insulate Draft Windows And Doors

Drafty windows allow heat to escape from your home at the same time that drafts are coming inside. Use a do-it-yourself plastic window covering kit and seal those drafts out. Eventually, consider investing in Energy Star qualified low-e windows.

Use A Programmable Thermostat

If you don't have a programmable thermostat, get one. You can automatically program the heat setting to a lower temperature when you aren't home, which can save up to 10 percent on your energy bill each month.

Seal Air Leaks

Door jambs, utility penetrations, attic doors, and exterior cracks and crevices can be sealed with caulk and weatherstripping to keep the cold out and the heat in.

Schedule Your Furnace Tune-Up

Furnace tune-ups do two main things. They keep your furnace running efficiently and safely, and they also identify issues before they become big problems.

These simple tips will help you avoid high energy bills and keep you comfortable all heating season.

Lower Heating Costs Without Sacrificing Comfort With Lozier

For more tips and ideas to lower energy costs, or any questions you may have about your HVAC system, text us at (515) 393-4262 or call (515) 267-1000 to get in touch. We've been serving the Greater Des Moines area for over 115 years. Our goal is to help educate our customers in the greater Des Moines, Iowa area about energy and home comfort issues (specific to HVAC systems).