5 Hacks For Heating Your Home On A Budget

The colder months are headed our way and keeping your home to the perfect warmth while on a budget might seem unachievable, but it doesn’t have to be. With a little thriftiness and some affordable habits, you can save money on your heating bill while staying warm all winter long! So we have five hacks you can use to heat your home within your budget.

Do A Check- First, you’ll want to check your home structures. Check your windows for drafts and caulk them if needed. Stopping that draft can make a world of difference.

Let The Sun In- Instead of blasting the heat why not play on the natural warmth? Sunlight is not only a great way to brighten up your house; it can warm it too! So stop touching the thermostat and start opening the blinds.

Draft Stopper– If you are always feeling like a breeze is hitting you, it might be! A door stopper is one of the best ways to keep outside cold air where it belongs! So if you have a few entryways to your home, this is one affordable way to keep the cold air out.

Don’t Forget Fans- One of the best parts of your ceiling fans is they benefit you year round!Reversing you fan blade’s rotation will help push up the cold air up mixing it with the hot air. This will keep your home evenly heated throughout.

Bundle Up- A significant energy saving way to stay warm is to dress in layers. You can also switch to flannel sheets to or add some throw blankets around the house. All are smart ways to keep warm this winter! 

Looking to keep your Salt Lake City home’s heating and air systems operating at its best? Schedule your tune-up with the experts Scott Hale Plumbing, Heating & Air today