Spending too much on your utility bills? While it’s important to keep your home at a comfortable temperature year-round, there are also some ways to reduce your energy usage — and save a lot of money while doing it! Continue reading to learn a few energy-saving tips from Comfort Solutions Heating & Cooling, and if you’re in need of HVAC services in Clackamas or Portland, contact us today!
Turn Down The Thermostat
The easiest way to save on your bill is by turning down your thermostat. Try just five to seven degrees from your normal setting for eight hours a day. Maybe while you’re at work or during the day when the sun is heating your house. Or maybe at night when you’re cozy in bed. Did you know that people actually sleep more deeply when it’s cooler in the room? For every two degrees you lower your thermostat, you save an average of three percent on your bill.
Insulate Your House
There are plenty of DIY ways to keep the cold air out of your house in the winter. Use weather stripping on your doors and windows, put up thermal windows, and, if you can afford it, install energy-efficient windows.
Change Your HVAC Filters
Your HVAC system should be regularly maintained, and that includes changing out your furnace filters. Change out your filters on your own every three months, or contact our HVAC company for regular HVAC services. When your filter is dirty, your system has to work harder to heat your house. You want your furnace to work as efficiently as possible in order to save you money.
Use Less Hot Water
Hot water makes up a significant portion of your energy bill, and there are plenty of ways to use less of it. One easy one is to lower the temperature on your water heater. You can also try taking shorter, or fewer, showers, or installing low-flow water fixtures. If you wash all of your clothes in hot water, try doing more loads in cold water, which is still effective at removing stains.
Get A New HVAC System
If you have an old HVAC system, it’s likely costing you a lot of money. New units provide improved airflow and better temperature control. More so, a new HVAC unit may help you cut your electric bill by up to 20 percent. If you’d like to learn more about what a new HVAC unit can do for you, contact our team today!
HVAC Services – Clackamas and Portland
If you’re in need of HVAC services including HVAC maintenance or HVAC installation, look no further than Comfort Solutions Heating and Cooling. Our HVAC company has offices in Clackamas and Portland, and we serve both residential and commercial clients in the surrounding area. Along with regular HVAC maintenance, we also have 24/7 emergency services and a variety of new units to fit every budget. Learn more about our HVAC company and contact us today for a quote or to schedule service.
