# 6 Simple Tips to Control Your Home Heating Bill

- Link: https://alpscomfortair.com/6-simple-tips-control-home-heating-bill/
- Published: 2017-02-08T14:41:47+00:00
- Author: kathypuig

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More often than not, our customers dread the cold weather that winter can bring 
our way. In fact, the colder temperatures prompt many of us to dial up our thermostats
before thinking about how to save money on heating costs. Fortunately, there are
simple steps most homeowners can take to better seal their homes and make their 
furnaces more efficient, before the heating bills burn a hole through your wallet.

Below are some easy changes you can make to save money on your heating bills during
the coldest months of the year:

## **Let the sun shine in**

Take advantage of “free heat” during the day by opening your blinds, shades and 
curtains on windows facing the sun.

## **Dial down your thermostat**

By lowering the temperature in your home by 7-10 degrees for 8 hours each day, you
can save as much as 10 percent on your annual climate control costs. Grab a sweater
or snuggle up under a warm blanket if you get cold, but [turning up the thermostat by as little as one single degree](https://alpscomfortair.com/three-ways-optimize-thermostat-settings/)(
and consistently maintaining that temperature) will result in a more expensive heating
bill.

## **Warm up with an electric blanket**

Investing in an energy-efficient electric blanket will enhance your quality of sleep
if you keep the temperature cooler in your home at night. For the best results, 
turn on and place the blanket on top of your bed and leave it on for 15 minutes 
before you get in. Then, turn off the blanket, get into bed and enjoy the warmth
as you fall asleep.

## **Tune up your furnace regularly**

Regular maintenance is key to preserving the lifespan of your furnace. We recommend
tuning up your furnace once or twice a year for optimal results. Simple cleaning
and instrument adjustments can make a true difference in its performance and efficiency.
In addition, a tune-up is the best way to detect and address small issues before
they become bigger, more expensive ones.

## **Seal your drafts**

To detect drafts around your home, use a handheld draft detector or even a lit candle.
Slowly walk around and wait for a breeze to disturb the flame. Repair drafts easily
by using spray foam insulation or simply replacing your weather stripping on doors,
windows and other drafty areas of your home.

## **Use a space heater**

Space heaters often have a bad reputation for starting fires if left unattended 
and on for long periods of time. However, [you can save energy by turning the thermostat down and heating smaller sections of your home with a space heater](https://alpscomfortair.com/make-space-heater/).
For safety reasons, we only recommend this option if you plan to be at home and 
in the heated area for an extended period of time.

For more energy saving tips and answers to common HVAC questions, visit our [YouTube channel](https://www.youtube.com/user/AlpsACandHeatingOC).

If you have any questions please contact us at 800-994-2577.