As many of us have just experienced the first cold snap of the year, you’re not the only one worried about your energy bill. Of course, the best way to warm a home is to make sure it is designed properly but we can’t all go out and build a new home.
So instead, we’ve put together a few tips to keep your home cozy this winter. Here are a few clever and sustainable ways to stay warm and heat your home without spending extra money on your energy bill. They are cheap and easy! With a few adjustments and no extra fee to your energy bill, you may not even notice the drop in temperature. Are you prepared for winter? Will you try any of these suggestions?
1. Add cozy blankets to your couches and bedroom.
2. Swap your curtains.
3. Embrace the sunshine
4. Close off rooms that aren’t in use
5. “Reuse” oven heat
6. Place rugs in open areas
7. Rearrange furniture
8. Watch out for mini-drafts
9. Switch your fan
10. Clean your air-con
Are you prepared for the upcoming winter conditions? Share your home heating tips and ideas in the comments below!