Winter is approaching and the cold weather is here to stay in the greater Greenville, SC area. Winter energy saving tips are important! While it’s nice to have a break from the Southern heat and humidity, the winter weather does come with a few challenges including an increase in energy bills. The Eastergard HVAC team is here to help you navigate the winter weather while keeping your Greenville, SC home comfort high and your energy bills low.
Lower the Thermostat
Did you know that by lowering your thermostat 7 degrees, you can save roughly 10% on your energy bills in the winter? While we aren’t suggesting that you lower your thermostat that low, we are suggesting that you experiment with lowering your thermostat to see how low it can be while not compromising your home comfort. Even lowering your thermostat a few degrees can help decrease your energy bills and every decrease adds up in the long run.
Switch to a Programmable or Smart Thermostat
Programmable and smart thermostats were designed to save homeowners money. Investing in a smart or programmable thermostat and using them to their full advantage is a great way to lower your energy bills this winter. They allow you to program you heating schedule so that while you’re away from home, you can ease up on the furnace or heat pump to save a few bucks. Check out some of our thermostat options today.
Keep the Heat In
You could have the best furnace in the world but if your home insulation is poor, you wouldn’t be feeling all of the benefits of your hard working furnace. Insulation keeps heat inside and cold air out in the winter time. Be sure to check the insulation around your Greenville, SC home before it’s too late. Proper insulation will keep your furnace or heat pump running efficiently since it’s not having to over work to compensate for leaky insulation.
Schedule Regular Heating Maintenance
Finally, regular heating maintenance is the best way to keep your heating system running optimally. Regularly maintained heating systems cost less money to operate when compared to poorly maintained heating systems. If your Greenville, SC home is in need of professional furnace or heat pump maintenance, give the Eastergard HVAC team a call today!