Fight the MA Clean Heat Standard Today! - LEARN HOW
Posted: February 24, 2025
Winters in New England can put a significant strain on your wallet. Between holiday shopping, travel expenses and the looming specter of Tax Day, many households in Hanover and throughout the South Shore region are looking for ways to cut costs. And what is one of the biggest winter expenses? Heating your home. With cold temperatures driving heating bills higher, it’s no wonder homeowners are searching for ways to save.
The good news is that you don’t have to sacrifice home comfort to reduce your heating costs. Here are some simple and affordable tips to improve heating efficiency and save money during the colder months.
Your home’s thermostat is a relatively inexpensive piece of equipment, but it has a disproportionately big impact on your energy spending.
Using a programmable thermostat can lead to substantive savings on your heating bills. By lowering your thermostat by 7 to 10 degrees for about 8 hours a day, you could save up to 10% on your heating costs. With a programmable thermostat, these adjustments can happen automatically when you’re asleep or away from home, ensuring your house stays cozy when you need it while cutting costs when you don’t.
Even better, you can go with a Wi-Fi-enabled smart thermostat. Many of these devices can monitor your daily schedule and make cost-saving adjustments for you.
Why not make the sunlight work for you? On sunny afternoons, open your blinds and curtains to allow sunlight to raise the temperature of your home. It’s free and easy! Just remember to close the blinds and curtains when the sun sets to retain the warmth and keep the cold air out.
Don’t let the warmth from your heating system escape your home! Air leaks around doors, windows and other small cracks can lead to considerable heat loss. The result is that your furnace or boiler needs to work harder than necessary. You can improve your home’s insulation in attics, basements and crawl spaces to boost energy efficiency. Use door sweeps, weatherstripping and caulk to seal drafts and prevent heat from escaping. Even small fixes can make a big difference in lowering your heating costs.
Last but not least, schedule regular maintenance with trusted HVAC professionals like Frank Lamparelli. Annual service for your furnace or boiler can help optimize its heating performance. Routine maintenance includes cleaning, calibration and inspections to ensure your system runs efficiently, uses less fuel and is less likely to break down on the coldest days of the year. Plus, regular tune-ups can extend the lifespan of your equipment, saving you even more in the long run.
At Frank Lamparelli, we understand how important it is to keep your home warm and comfortable without overspending. In addition to these tips, our team is happy to discuss ways you can lower your heating costs and make your home more energy-efficient.
Need help with a furnace or boiler tune-up? Contact our HVAC team today to schedule your maintenance and start saving!