Trim Winter Bills Without Sacrificing Comfort

Even in Green Cove Springs, Florida, the weather tends to get a bit cooler during the winter. That can sometimes bring higher winter bills. If you’re looking for ways to trim your monthly energy costs, check out these simple tips to make changes without sacrificing comfort:

Use Ceiling Fans

Using a ceiling fan can help keep the air circulating and make you feel warmer without cranking up the thermostat. As a result, your HVAC system won’t have to work as hard. To trim winter bills, make sure your ceiling fans rotate in a clockwise direction on a low speed.

Skip the Dryer

The dryer uses a lot of energy, which can be wasteful if you’re running it long after the clothes are dry. Instead of using the dryer after a load, try hanging the clothes on a line or on a drying rack to save energy. The dryer can be hard on delicate fabrics, so this simple change also helps extend the life of your clothing and keep items in better shape.

Use Power Strips

Much of the energy you use in your household is actually consumed by electronics when they’re not in use. Common phantom energy users include TVs, DVD players, computers, stereos and appliances in the kitchen.

To save energy, plug electronics and appliances into a power strip. If you aren’t using them, turn the power strip off.

Change the HVAC Filter

The efficiency of your home’s HVAC system depends on how easily air can flow through it. When the filters become clogged and dirty, the system has to work much harder to move air. As a result, the system uses more energy to heat your home.

Replace the filter in your furnace at least once this season. If anyone in your home suffers from allergies, use a HEPA-rated filter.

Follow these easy tips and schedule an HVAC tune-up for improved efficiency. Contact Cool R Us at (904) 222-6603 for fast and friendly service.

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