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Tips for Saving on Your Energy Bills This Winter Season

When the chilly winter weather comes back around, many of us are thinking about all the great gifts that we’re going to get our family and friends. However, high heating bills can put a damper on your plans. Fortunately, by practicing the tips that we’re going to recommend below, you can work to lower your heating bills this winter season.

Use Ceiling Fans

One of the easiest ways to save money on your heating bill is to use your ceiling fans. Turn them in the opposite direction so that they force the hot air stuck at the top of your room out and down toward the floor. By recirculating the warm air in your rooms, you can prevent the need to turn up your thermostat to feel comfortable.

Seal Off Any Air Leaks

Another great practice is to seal off any air leaks. These leaks tend to develop most often near doors and windows. If you run your hand around their frame and feel cold air coming in, then you’ll want to use caulking or weatherstripping to close off those leaks.

Let the Sunlight In

If you’ve ever sat in direct sunlight, you know how much it can heat up your skin. This works well for your home too. Open up your blinds and curtains to allow direct sunlight to seep into your home during the daylight hours. This will provide a natural source of heat that can supplement your heating system to reduce your energy bills.

Beef Up Your Insulation

Insulation should be thought of as a barrier between the cold air outside and the warm air inside your home. The thicker that barrier, the less likely one will affect the other. Consider beefing up your home’s insulation to meet or exceed the recommended R-values in your area of the country.

Expert Heating Services

Wellmann Heating & Air, Inc provides expert heating services for the entire Lincoln, NE area. Our technicians can also help with all of your cooling and indoor air quality needs. Call our office today to get the expert help that you need with your home.