The cost of heating your home is going through the roof. Here are six simple ways to save money on your heating bill.
Keep heat inside your home by closing drapes at night and opening them during the day to let the sun shine in. Cut heat loss by caulking and weather-stripping doors and windows.
Set the temperature as low as you can and still be comfortable. Use a programmable thermostat to automatically set a lower temperature at night and when no one is home.
Check the filters in your furnace at least once a month to improve the unit's efficiency.
Close the damper on your fireplace when not in use to prevent heat from escaping out the chimney.
Use ventilating fans only as needed. Fans in bathrooms or above stoves can blow away a houseful of warm air in just one hour.
Ensure that your walls and ceilings are properly insulated to keep your home warm in the winter and cool in the summer.
