Tips For Reducing Heating Bills This Winter
Even the mildest winter season can feel like a blizzard compared the mild weather we become accustomed to throughout the rest of the year. In an attempt to keep warm, it’s very easy to crank the heating up without considering the expense of the bills that will be waiting afterwards. There are ways you can be savvier throughout the winter months, keeping yourself warm without spending a fortune on the heating bills.
Boiler Replacement
Check the age of your boiler, as you should replace it every 20 years. Although they still work beyond this age, they’re never as effective as they used to be, their less energy efficient and could cost you a lot more. Plus, if you’re looking to sell your home, Fenn Wright, an estate agent in Chelmsford, have found that houses with newer boilers are worth far more on the property market. It is not a bad idea to upgrade your thermostat at the same time, as Smart home apps are becoming increasingly popular as they enable you to control your boiler no matter where you are, which can come in very handy when trying to reduce your energy bills.
Insulate Your Attic Space
We all know that heat rises, and as a result you could lose around 35% of all of your through your roof every single year. Meanwhile, you’re wondering why your house still isn’t warm and your energy bills are going up. Ahead of the cold weather settling in, ensure that your attic space is suitably insulated to avoid any heat escaping. You can do this yourself or hire a professional local roofer. Furthermore, it is also important to make sure that your access hatch to the loft is also insulated, or else heat can still end up in the attic space, meanwhile the rest of the rooms you actually use are still cold. It is best to attach fibreglass insulation to the attic side of the door to suitably block the air flow.
Lock All Doors & Windows
Sussex Glazing Services advise that windows and doors will usually sit tighter to their frames and weather stripping when they are locked, it won’t be anywhere near as tight if it is simply shut. Good window or door locks are worth investing in and can be easily fitted by an experienced local locksmith. It might not seem much, but even the slightest millimetre gap can allow for a lot of cold air to get through and into your home. It is also a good idea to check your weatherstripping periodically as it can wear away and damage over time. In the winter season, there’s no such thing as being ‘too vigilant’ when it comes to replacing your weatherstripping and locking up the house early.
Wrap Up Warm
Don’t go straight to the central heating without trying other methods first. You should always wear more layers during the colder season, which might mean wearing more jumpers or cardigans than you usually would. Plus, there’s no better feeling that snuggling up on the sofa, under a blanket with a good book and a generous mug of hot chocolate. And if that doesn’t help, then you can turn the heating up a little bit.