As temperatures drop this winter, you can stay home and get cozy with a cup of hot chocolate. To reach your desired toasty indoor temperature, however, you’ll likely crank up the heat. Your heating and air conditioning system will work hard during the cooler months to keep you comfortable, so it’s imperative to implement energy-saving methods. Below are a few tips to follow this winter. 

3 Energy Saving Tips for Winter

1. Use Your Window Treatments

Keep your curtains, shades, or blinds open during the day to allow the sun’s rays to filter through your windows. This way, the infrared heat will get trapped inside your home, taking the strain off your heating and air conditioning system. At night, close your window treatments to create a buffer between the cold panes and your warm indoor air.

2. Decorate Carefully

In the winter, many homeowners decorate for the holidays. However, make sure your festive decor isn’t blocking any of the vents. This could cause your HVAC system to work harder to produce your desired temperature reading, wasting energy as a result. In addition to holiday decor, make sure your furniture and electronics are also a few feet away from HVAC vents. 

3. Install a Furnace Filter Alarm

Many homeowners clean or replace furnace filters every couple of months. If the filter gets too dirty, it will block airflow and render your HVAC system less efficient. However, it’s easy to lose track of the replacement schedule. Install a furnace filter alarm to alert you when it’s time to clean the filter. After installing an alarm, you’ll hear a whistling noise when it’s time to swap out the filter, so you can keep your system as efficient as possible.

If you’re worried about your heating and air conditioning system heading into fall and winter, turn to Bradford & Sons Electrical Plumbing & Heating in Canandaigua, NY. They have been helping clients since 1975, and they’re a family-owned and -operated company. In addition to HVAC work, they also provide plumbing repairs. To learn more about their services, visit their website or call (585) 657-7309 to schedule an appointment.