Maintaining a comfortable climate in your business throughout the winter could be costing more than necessary. If your utility bills and heating oil consumption are increasing, adjusting a few habits will significantly reduce overhead expenses. To save money without sacrificing interior comfort, follow the below advice.

How to Cut Down on Your Business’ Heating Costs

1. Use a Programmable Thermostat

Keeping unoccupied spaces warm leads to higher heating bills during winter. To avoid this, install a programmable thermostat that maintains the average temperature during business hours and drops a few degrees after everyone goes home. You can also program the thermostat to raise the temperature again before the office opens, so your interior is toasty when employees arrive. Adjusting the temperature seven to 10 degrees Fahrenheit from the standard setting for eight hours each day could lead to 10% savings annually on heating and cooling.

2. Schedule a Maintenance Check

If your system is draining more heating oil than usual, equipment inefficiencies could be to blame. During a furnace tune-up, HVAC contractors will lubricate components and clean the blower, fan blades, and drain lines. They’ll also test the igniter, fuel pressure, and airflow to identify and correct any problems. These tasks improve equipment performance, so the system consumes less energy.

3. Seal Air Leaks

If outside air seeps into the building, the furnace will work harder and use more energy to maintain the temperature on the thermostat. Installing new weatherstripping around doors and windows, using caulk to seal holes in walls, and investing in floor repairs should keep outside air from infiltrating the business and heated air from escaping.

To ensure your business remains comfortable all winter long, contact the team at Alaska Petroleum. Based in Fairbanks, this company has been meeting the heating oil needs of clients throughout the area for nearly 40 years. With a team of 20 to 25 drivers, they get heating oil orders to clients quickly. Call (907) 488-2575 to schedule fuel delivery, and visit them online to learn more about their available services.