Saving money on heating this year is my aim
So I’m taking a very proactive approach to cutting the costs of my heating bills.
This is a worthy exercise and one that is far overdue.
I just really have never fully committed to the idea of reducing the biggest HVAC bill of the year. I’ve always been committed to doing my best for the HVAC equipment. We are part of an HVAC service plan so they get exceptional, consistent and professional HVAC service. So it sort of felt like I really should take that sort of good move to the next level. And really, while it took a bit of time and energy, it wasn’t a part time job. After having spent 4 winters here, I realize that much of my heating bill problem is a preparation problem. I have part of it down with making sure the HVAC equipment is serviced seasonally. But the house needs preparation as well. And that is what I’m committing to this fall. Its going to start with the seal on my house. That means I’ll be ripping out weather stripping and putting up new. Stopping drafts and HVAC leaks in your house is a huge step toward lowering the heating bill. I’m also going to check the insulation around a few of the windows that feel particularly cold in the winter. I even went outside and sealed up every single gap, crack or space where cold air can get in and hot air gets out. This year, I expect to save at least upwards of 20 percent for these HVAC cost cutting moves.