When gas and heating oil costs skyrocket, often the choice comes down to two equally unattractive options. You can either burn a fortune in fossil fuels to keep warm, or huddle up in three layers of clothing and your granny's old comforter.

To save you from having to make such a choice, Sunshine Air Conditioning & Heating, Westchester County's most reliable HVAC service providers and heating repair professionals, offer these energy saving tips for fall and winter:

• Let The Sun Shine In: Take advantage of solar gain by drawing the curtains from your south-facing windows. On sunny days, passive solar heating can sometimes raise the temperature of your home to more comfortable levels.
• Seal Up Drafts & Leaks: Caulk or weatherstrip around drafty windows and doors. Seal up plumbing penetrations (cut-outs where pipes enter the home) as well as gaps around the chimney and recessed lighting fixtures. Hang plastic sheeting or see-through film over your windows, which are some of the most expensive draft areas.
• Turn Down The Thermostat: Remember to turn down the heat when you leave the house or go to bed for the night. This can save you tons of money.
• Schedule HVAC Service: Keep your furnace running efficiently by scheduling a heating repair service call with a heating and cooling professional. Learn how and when to replace filters, how to perform regular maintenance, etc.

For all your heating and cooling needs, contact Westchester County, New York's most reliable HVAC service providers, Sunshine Air Conditioning & Heating. Visit them online or call (914) 245-2050. Also serving Peekskill, NY, and Cortland, NY.