Heating

Even though your energy consumption may decrease with the winter months, there are still ways to save:

  • Maintain the effectiveness of your heating system by having it serviced by an SRP qualified contractor at least once a year.
  • Replace disposable air filters or clean permanent ones at least once a month. A dirty filter forces your equipment to work harder, causing higher energy bills.
  • Clean any debris and obstructions from around the outdoor section of your heating system.
  • A close up image of a thermostat dial. Set your thermostat between 68 to 70 degrees when you are home and 65 degrees or lower when you are away.
  • Change your ceiling fan's position to "up" and run the fan on "low" to help circulate the warm air trapped at the ceiling.
  • Close any evaporative cooler updraft vents, install the baffle plate (cookie sheet damper) and cover the unit before switching over to heating in the winter.
  • Never use your stove, oven or portable grill to heat your house. This creates a safety hazard.
  • After using your fireplace, make sure to close the damper. This will help keep the warm air inside your house and stop your heating dollars from going up the chimney.
  • Keep draperies open during the day to help let in the heat and close them at night to help retain the heat.
  • Install weather stripping and seals around doors and windows. It minimizes gaps and reduces heat loss, helping you keep heating costs down and save energy.

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