Heating and cooling costs account for about half of a home’s total utility bill. With the increase of gas prices this year, you might be wondering how you can combat this issue. We have a few suggestions on how you can save money in the long run and beat the estimated 46%-96% increase of gas prices compared to last year. There are a couple ways you can reduce the amount of heating fuel your home uses, save money on your heating bill, and improve the efficiency of your HVAC system.
See how much you could save
This energy savings calculator will help give you an estimate of how much you will save over 5 years, 10 years, and 15 years. You can check both the heating and cooling in your home to see how they would compare to a new, efficient system. This tool allows you to customize your home to your current AFUE and energy costs.
If you have any questions on this process, our residential team would be happy to serve you.
Free ways to lower your bill
This might be the most obvious, but the more clothing you wear the less you need to crank up your heat. Bundling up might not be the most comfortable or ideal way to save money. The next tip is to cook at home. Not only will this save on grocery costs throughout the week, the heat from the stove or oven will help to warm up your kitchen. When you are finished cooking, turn the oven off and leave the door open slightly so the warm air escapes into your home.
The last way is to use the ceiling fans in your home to your advantage. You can reverse the fan so the blades turn clockwise during the winter. To do this, there should be a small switch at the base of the fan. This helps to distribute warm air by pulling the air upward and moving it around the room.
other ways to lower your bill
If the free ways to lower your bill are not quite cutting it, there are also some low-cost or affordable changes you can make to reduce your home’s heating bill during the Iowa winter months.
The first is to have your HVAC equipment serviced. We service all makes and models so you’ll be covered. Regularly servicing your heating system allows it to work efficiently and you’re able to address and fix any issues before they become more extensive or lead to replacement. This service includes replacing your filter. Filters can fill up with dust and particles easily which can hinder the efficiency of your system. It’s a good idea to change your filter every 2-3 months on average. Learn more about our Comfort and Convenience maintenance plan here.
The second way to cut costs is by installing a programmable thermostat. This thermostat learns your preferences and daily habits to automatically adjust the temperature to save the most on heating costs. Some smart thermostats even allow you to make these changes right from your phone. Instead of having to remember to turn down your thermostat at night or when you’re at work, you can be assured that this will be done for you.
The third change you can make is to replace your furnace with a new, high-efficiency system. The older your furnace is the less efficient it’s going to be. Depending on the age of your system, to save money in the long run it’s best to replace it with a high-efficiency model. You will have to pay for the cost of the replacement, but your energy bills will be less and you will save money over time. At CW Suter Services, we offer Ally Financing so you have a variety of flexible financing opportunities. This provides you with a affordable, worry-free way to upgrade your system. To get a free, no-obligation quote fill out this form and our comfort advisor will be in touch.
Contact the Sioux City HVAC experts
Our HVAC professionals are equipped with the knowledge and expertise to provide you with the highest quality and most energy-efficient system suited for you and your home. Give us a call today at 712-252-3007 or fill out this form online to get in touch. We have service that suits you!