Keep your house warm and cozy this winter without breaking the bank.
With winter on its way, there is probably no bigger financial headache for millions of Americans than keeping a lid on energy bills. With cold snaps and rising gas prices, the future can look bleak for homeowners. The good news is that you don’t have to spend a fortune to heat your home – and you don’t have to freeze either! Simply making a few switches to improve your home’s energy efficiency can help your property to stay warm, and your wallet to stay safe.
Add Attic Insulation
For a relatively cheap cost, adding fiberglass insulation in your home is a great way to stop your house from losing that previous, expensive hot air. You can save up to 20 percent on your heating and cooling costs by effectively insulating your home!
Draught-Proof the Home
Don’t overlook the importance of draught-proofing your home, as this is one of the cheapest and most efficient ways to save money. You can use draught excluder strips and expanding foam fillers to block any gaps in the window frames, doors, loft hatches, pipework, and floorboards.
Pull on More Layers
Instead of turning on (or up) the heat when you feel cold, simply put on a warm layer, such as a thermal fleece. By not using your heating as much as you could, you’ll save money. When you do use it, put it one degree lower than what you would usually. Experts say that even lowering your thermostat by 1 degree could reduce your heating bills by up to 10 percent.
Get Curtain Savvy
Make the most of the elements! During the day, when the sun is shining, open your curtains so that the sunshine can warm the room. As soon as dusk comes, close the curtain to retain the heat in your home.
Better your savings even further and learn how to get the right homeowners insurance rate for your home and budget. Contact the professionals at Chambers & Company Insurance Brokers to get started today.