Winter can be hard on your heater, and low temperatures can drive up your energy bill. But if you’re looking for ways to save money, there are some easy steps you can take to keep your home warmer. J.J. Smith Heating & Cooling, of Cincinnati, OH, is an heating contractor with some great tips that will help lower your energy bill.

1. Insulate Your Home

If your home isn’t insulated properly, it will leak warm air and your heater will have to work a lot harder to keep your home comfortable. Check the seals around your doors and windows to make sure they’re keeping the warm air in and cool air out, and have your heating contractor check your duct system for any leaks. Perform a visual check around the exterior of your home and seal up any visible cracks. This will save you energy both in the summer and in the winter by keeping the interior of your home at the temperature you prefer.

2. Open the Blinds

This may seem almost too easy, but the simple act of opening your blinds can significantly lower your winter energy bill. Windows let in a lot of heat with natural sunlight, but blinds can repel that heat. Keep your home warmer and save your heater some work this winter.

3. Lower Temperature Strategically

If your home stands empty all day long, there’s no need to waste energy by keeping it warm. While you don’t want to turn off your thermostat completely, you can lower your electric bill by turning it down during the day. Some smart thermostats adjust automatically, powering down during the day and powering back up in the evening so your house is comfortable again when everyone gets home.

Serving the Cincinnati, Anderson, Union, and Pierce areas, J.J. Smith Heating & Cooling has the expertise your HVAC system needs. This air conditioning and heating contractor can also provide furnace repair and installation and help improve your home’s indoor air quality. Their friendly technicians are qualified and committed to customer satisfaction. Contact them today for your HVAC needs at (513) 231-1156 and visit their website to learn more about them.