Fall is a busy time of year for your family as you try to sneak in last-minute summer activities and begin to prepare your children for the upcoming school season. It’s important to make last-minute adjustments to your home while it’s still warm out so you don’t have to deal with any problems when the weather is cold. There are many easy fixes you can make to your house that will help you save money on your energy bill. Follow these tips to reduce wasted energy in your home during the upcoming colder months.
Eaves Trough Maintenance
It’s good to get started on eaves trough maintenance while it’s still warm out. A simple clean can go a long way towards the prevention of build-up that will stop them from working. Cleaning your gutters can keep them from freezing in the winter, a problem that is expensive to fix. It’s best to clean the gutters during the fall after most of the leaves have fallen into them so you only have to do it once. Cleaning your gutters once or twice a year allows you to rest assured that rain will run smoothly down the sides of your house and that there will be no interior or exterior flooding. While attending to your gutters, don’t forget to clean your downspouts.
Check Your HVAC Unit
There are adjustments that can be made to your HVAC system that will save you money on your energy bill, and these adjustments will also make you eligible for rebates geared towards responsible energy consumers. You can contact your local service provider in order to learn about furnace repairs that could help you save hundreds of dollars a year on your energy bill. A pre-energy audit serves as an assessment of the current state of your unit and an introduction to the list of home energy upgrades that make you eligible for rebates. Choosing two of the upgrades will not only make your home run energy more efficiently, it will keep your family more comfortable.
Seal Your Windows
You can easily figure out where drafts are in your home with a couple of tricks. Many people like to place a candle next to the sides of their windows to check for a flickering flame, or light incense to see if the smoke gets sucked away with a draft. If you find drafts around the house, there’s no need to fret! Repairs that will save you money on your winter energy bill can be made quickly and easily with window caulk that is relatively inexpensive. Sealing air leaks around the house is a sure-fire way to keep your family warm and cozy during the fall season.
Following simple steps to do with eaves trough maintenance, caulking windows and updating your HVAC unit will help you save money on your energy bill. Calling a professional will also save you money as they can ensure that appliances in your home are running in a way that is efficient for the environment. Why not take a little bit of time to make the transition into autumn a little cheaper?