I figured out that approximately 50% of our household energy United Statesge is due to heating and cooling.
With the extreme weather in our local area, it’s necessary to run either the furnace or the most of the time.
I regularly beginning up the heating system in early September and don’t shut it down until sometime in April, by the end of July, it’s time to switch to Although I’ve invested into top-of-the-line, Energy Star rated heating and cooling components, I knew that there were options to trim running costs. I’ve regularly been relaxing about replacing air filters and setting up professional annual maintenance for each system. I decided I also needed to find ways to reduce the workload of the heating and cooling units. I realized that air was leaking in and out around our windows. The windows were seasoned and not providing optimum efficiency. Although upgrading to thermal pane, low-E windows was rather upscale, I’m hoping that the resulting energy savings will recover the investment. I also spent a entirely unpleasant Monday in the attic, tearing out seasoned insulation and installing new. I’ve caulked, weatherstripped and installed ceiling fans. I’ve added thermal-lined draperies and spent numerous hundred dollars on a smart thermostat. The costs for these improvements are considerable, and I haven’t noticed all that much difference in our utility bills. I do assume the home is more comfortable and there’s less wear and tear on the furnace and Hopefully the systems will experience fewer malfunctions and last longer. At least I have increased the value of our property.