With the temperature dropping, people will soon be firing up furnaces to keep their houses warm and comfortable for the long winter. Before flipping the switch, however, consider making some small adjustments to your home which can greatly improve your energy efficiency. Here are three heating tips to keep in mind as winter approaches.

How to Heat Your Home Efficiently

1. Seal Door & Window Cracks

Small cracks in your window or doors let a tremendous amount of heat escape from your home. You can purchase DIY caulk or foam weather-stripping kits at almost any hardware store to easily and effectively seal those gaps.

If you’re looking to go one step further, you can obtain plastic sealing kits which can be applied around the window with adhesive and then heated with a hair dryer to remove wrinkles. Thermal curtains are also useful. Thicker drapes with a thermal backing, they effectively trap warmth inside your home and prevent cold air from seeping in.

2. Upgrade to a Programmable Thermostat

If your thermostat still needs to be manually tweaked, it’s not convenient to lower the temperature when you’re away for the day. Upgrading to a programmable thermostat allows you to remotely adjust your furnace, reducing the amount of money you spend to heat the house while no one is home. You can also set it to gradually warm to a comfortable level by the time you arrive home from work.

3. Schedule a Heating Tune-Up

If your heating system is out-of-date or not set up for efficiency, any extra steps you take to lower your heating bill are almost a moot point. Scheduling an HVAC tune-up before winter hits will prepare your home for the long season ahead.

If you want your home to be heated efficiently this winter, the professionals at Tom Hundley Heating & Cooling in Broken Arrow, OK, are ready to help. With nearly 40 years of experience in the industry, the company takes pride in handling a wide variety of HVAC needs while delivering an exceptional customer experience. The fully licensed, bonded, and insured company employs a team of highly skilled, NATE-certified technicians capable of handling nearly any heating or cooling issue possible. Visit their website for a full list of services or call (918) 455-5993 to speak with a friendly representative today.