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What Is The Most Cost Efficient Way To Heat A Home?

Texans are welcoming cooler temperatures with the fall in full swing and winter on the horizon. This means setting thermostats to maintain warmth and comfort while also maintaining efficiency. Having an efficient fall and winter heating strategy is key for both energy savings and financial savings.

Healthy temperatures are important. The US Department of Energy recommends temperatures between 68 and 78 degrees as the healthy range to maintain in a home. You can maintain comfort and save money by using an energy-efficient HVAC system certified by Energy Star to keep the temperature of your home within this range. You can lessen how hard your heating system must work by setting your thermostat as close to 68 degrees as possible; this lessens energy output and keeps your heating costs lower. You can maintain a lower temperature even if you are easily chilled: consider wearing an extra layer of clothing and/or drinking a warm beverage to offset feeling cold when you lower your thermostat setting. Consult a qualified heating and cooling company to discuss the many energy-efficient home heating system options available.

Keeping your home too warm also can cause issues with efficiency because it can result in poor humidity levels. In the fall and winter, low humidity can be a problem because heated air does not hold as much moisture. Your thermostat regulates temperature, but also can help you to control the relative humidity in your home when you set it at a low temperature; this is important for both comfort and overall HVAC system performance. 

You can also save a lot of energy and money simply by readjusting your thermostat at certain, specific times; the temperature when you are sleeping or away from home does not need to remain the same as when you are active in your home. A consideration here is to invest in a programmable thermostat (if you do not already have one as a part of your HVAC system), so you do not have to remember to change the temperature setting every evening before bed or every time you leave the house. This will help to save energy and money because a programmable thermostat can be set to reduce the temperature at specific times and on specific days. If you choose a smart thermostat to do the job, you possibly will be eligible for rebates from your local utility company for even greater financial savings.

Maintaining the most efficient fall and winter thermostat settings is an easy and effective way to manage your energy use and keep your utility costs low. To improve your home’s energy efficiency and reduce costs, call The Coolest, based in Austin, Texas, to talk about helpful HVAC options with the ideal heating strategy for your home. The team of committed and experienced HVAC specialists at The Coolest is ready to provide expert advice and customized recommendations based on your needs. Contact The Coolest today to discuss cool weather HVAC solutions that are perfect for you. 

Written by: Erika Mehlhaff