While older homes often have a lot of character, they can present difficulties during the winter. That’s because older homes often have poor insulation, drafty windows, and aged heating systems. Fortunately, a quality HVAC contractor can help you maintain a comfortable temperature even in the coldest months. Here’s how.

How an HVAC Contractor Can Help Heat an Older Home

1. Install Targeted Heating Units

Many older homes have certain rooms that run hotter in the summer and colder in the winter. With zoned heating and cooling units, you can target a specific area with customizable temperature controls. This functionality allows you to get the temperature you want without having to turn up the thermostat for the whole house, which translates to big savings on your energy bills.

2. Get a Programmable Thermostat

Older homes have outdated thermostats, which aren’t conducive for winter heating. An HVAC contractor can install a new programmable thermostat that allows you to control the temperature depending on your needs. This means that you can automatically set your thermostat higher when you’re home while turning it down when you’re sleeping or away for maximum efficiency. 

3. Tune Up Your Heating System

Over time, your heating system can become run down. This means less functionality and a furnace that has to work harder to maintain temperatures. Schedule any necessary maintenance, cleaning, and furnace repair to get your system functioning as it should. Your HVAC contractor may swap out old and malfunctioning parts. If your furnace is over 10 years old, consider a new installation to help better maintain your home’s temperature.

The right HVAC contractor can help winterproof even the chilliest older homes. That’s why residents of Forked River, NJ, and the surrounding areas have been relying on the trained heating and cooling specialists at ADE Heating and Cooling for more than 30 years for all their repair and maintenance needs. Boasting NJ Master HVACR Lic # 19HC00136200, NJ Master HVACR Lic # 19HC00400200, and NJ Master Plumbing Lic # 36B100668500 certifications, you can be assured their team has the training to get your home in shape for even the coldest months. Call them at (609) 693-6050 or visit them online to learn more about their full range of offerings.