4 Ways to save on your Energy Bill this Winter

03 Dec 4 Ways to save on your Energy Bill this Winter

SERVING AREAS OF BRISTOL, JOHNSON CITY, AND KINGSPORT TN

As the temperatures drop to welcome winter, now is the time to think about keeping your family warm. Households across Tennessee find ways to keep warm during the winter without turning up the heat, from bringing out the comfy blankets to stocking up on hot cocoa and marshmallows. Try as you might, but those expensive utility bills during the winter seem inevitable. But, there are some tips that can help you reduce your energy bill this winter. HVAC installers in Kingsport at Thompson Electrical Service want to share four ways to save on your energy bill this winter.

1. HVAC tune-up

Your furnace is going into overtime when the temperature drops, so you want to ensure that it is in proper working order. A simple change of the air filter will not be enough to be prepared for colder temperatures. Getting an HVAC tune-up from a certified HVAC technician in Johnson City will help your unit perform its best while consuming a lower amount of energy during the winter.

In addition to the tune-up, it is also recommended to have your heating system checked for leaks or the potential for carbon monoxide to enter the air system from a faulty heat exchanger. Carbon monoxide is a poisonous gas that is odorless, tasteless, and colorless that can cause serious health problems, including death. It is highly recommended to install carbon monoxide detectors on each floor of your home near bedrooms and test them regularly to protect your family.

2. Seal off drafty areas of your home

When it gets cold outside, the cold air seems to want to seep in any little crevice around windows and doors. There are several ways to keep the warmth inside your home from laying rugs on hardwood or tile floors to adding thick or thermal curtains to windows to block the cold air from entering your home. Check around your doors and windows for any drafts, and replace the weather stripping if needed. Also, walk through your home and move any drapes, furniture, or home décor that may be blocking the air vent and preventing the airflow.

3. Fireplace

Your fireplace can be an excellent source of heat in the cold winter months. Whether it is a gas-burning, electric, or wood-burning fireplace, be sure to have a professional come check it, so there are fewer potential problems. For wood-burning fireplaces, it is highly recommended to hire a chimney cleaning service to examine your fireplace and chimney for potential damage before the first use. When your fireplace is not in use, close the flue, so the cold air does not enter your home through the chimney.

Keeping warm during the winter does not have to break the bank. You can reduce your energy bill this winter by following these four steps, and make sure that you schedule your routine tune-ups with one of our HVAC technicians. To schedule an appointment with a certified HVAC technician in the Bristol, Johnson City, or Kingsport, Tennessee area, call Thompson Electrical Service at (423) 343-5726 today. We will prepare your HVAC unit, so you stay warm throughout the winter.