Your furnace does a lot of heavy lifting during the winter. While this extra workload keeps the household comfortable when it’s freezing outside, it can also cause your heating bill to skyrocket. Fortunately, there are some easy steps you can take to decrease the work put on your heater and still remain cozy.

How to Make Your Furnace More Efficient

1. Lower the Thermostat

By lowering your thermostat 8 to 10 degrees for a third of each day—ideally, when you’re not home—you can save up to 10% annually on your heating bills. Installing a programmable thermostat will ensure the temperature is automatically lowered during your working hours or when you go to bed. 

2. Dress Warmer

If you do dial the temperature down when you’re home, you’ll be more comfortable if you’re dressed warmly. Wear comfy sweaters and fluffy socks. Also, try to keep blankets in practically every room so you can bundle up whenever you feel a chill. If you have hardwood or stone floors, area rugs will help to conserve heat and keep you warm. 

3. Seal All Air Gaps

Help your furnace work more efficiently by stopping warm air from leaking out of the home. Fill any cracks in your windows and doors with caulk and replace outdated weatherstripping. Test for leaking air by looking for light coming through around their edges. You can also light incense or candles and check for horizontally flowing smoke. When you’re done indoors, inspect the exterior of your home and caulk holes that could let warm air out. 

Another way to keep your furnace running efficiently is to have it inspected by the team at A&B Heating & Air Conditioning in Burlington, KY. Since 1966, they’ve provided heating and cooling services to homeowners in Northern Kentucky, Cincinnati, and Southeast Indiana. Their certified HVAC technicians provide heating repairs for all makes and models of heat pumps, central heaters, geothermal heaters, boilers, and furnaces. Schedule an appointment today by calling (859) 525-0100 and visit their website to learn more about their services.