If you hate to open your energy bill in the winter, you need a strategy to save money on your heating costs. Fortunately, there are a number of ways you can improve the efficiency of Furnaces in Portland so you can reduce your costs while maintaining your comfort level throughout the winter.
Before you begin trying to trim your costs, be sure that you are not losing heat through drafty windows or doors. Use caulking or weatherstripping to seal any leaks so all of your warm air stays in your home and your furnace doesn’t have to work so hard. Another place where you may be losing heat is your attic. Be sure you have enough insulation in your attic and add some if necessary. Do the same for your basement or crawlspace.
After you have determined that you are not losing heat through cracks or poor insulation, install and use a programmable thermostat. This is one of the most effective ways to save money because you can set your thermostat so your furnace doesn’t run while you are away from home. Ideally, your thermostat should be set at 68 degrees while you are home and awake. Most homeowners turn their thermostat down a few degrees while they sleep and down 10 to 15 degrees while they are at work. If you aren’t comfortable with your thermostat set at 68 degrees, you may have other air leaks in your home.
You may have hidden leaks in your duct work that result in lost efficiency for your furnace and higher costs on your winter energy bill. Many HVAC technicians check the duct work for leaks when they perform annual maintenance on Furnaces in Portland. With the ducts sealed and functioning properly, the warm air can flow freely through your ducts and into your home.
For more assistance with Furnaces in Portland, homeowners can Contact Oregon Heating. A knowledgeable HVAC technician can help you find and correct the sources of energy loss to make your home more efficient and extend the life of your heating equipment. More efficient heating and air conditioning equipment save money on monthly bills and maintenance costs.
