HVAC experts share their top tips and tricks guaranteed to keep you warm this winter.
Thats not just cold coming init’s heat escaping.
One overlooked spot can be your homes ductwork.
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Adding foam gasket seals behind the covers can stop cold air from seeping in.
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Smart Thermostat Equals Smart Heating
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Why heat an empty house?
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A programmable thermostat lets you schedule your heating based on your routine.
Shut the Door on Unused Rooms
Got rooms you dont use often?
kill the doors and vents to them!
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Flip Your Ceiling Fans Direction
Ceiling fans arent just for summer.
HVAC pros highly recommend settingyour fans to spin clockwise during the winterso they push warm air down to you.
Just double-check you keep it on a low speed so the effort isnt counterproductive.
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The goal is to circulate the warm air that sits closest to your ceiling back into the room.
This simple adjustment can save you up to 10% on heating costs, Mitchell says.
Swap out lightweight summer curtains for heavier thermal drapes in the winter.
Properly insulating windows with curtains can reduce heat loss by up to 25%, says Mitchell.
