Heating bills can be expensive, but there are many affordable ways to keep your home warm during the winter. Here are a few tips to keep you comfortable all season:
Keeping the Heat Circulating During Winter Months
Trapping the warmth your heating system generates is vital to keep your family cozy and warm. You may also want to monitor your thermostat to ensure the heater isn’t running when the house is empty. Some ways to fix these problems include:
Using a Programmable Thermostat
Programmable thermostats are extremely useful. You can design them to automatically turn off while your family is at work or school. You can set it up to turn on an hour before you come home. This will ensure you don’t have to feel cold when you enter the house later in the day.
Installing Storm Windows
Many people like storm windows because they improve the value of a house. They’re also very good at trapping heat. Storm windows keep air from escaping the living space. The hot air continues to circulate within the home, so the heater turns off sooner. This reduces the total amount of energy needed to keep the house warm.
Securing Your Roof
You should consider finding a similar solution for your roof. Securing your roofing is extremely important because heat rises. Warm air eventually rises toward the home’s attic. Securing your roofing can stop the heat from slowly leeching out of cracks.
If your roof is old, then you may want to have it replaced to seal the heat in. The heat will eventually dissipate, but this process is much slower if it’s harder for it to escape into the atmosphere. You may want to replace your roof’s insulation. The insulation is designed to stop heat from escaping during winter months, but the insulation wears away over time.
Heat can also escape through small holes in the roof. Professionals may be able to seal these holes using caulk. Replacing the roof is also an option. Roofs made from composition or wood should ideally be replaced every few decades.
Landmark Exteriors can assess your roofing issue. Our qualified professionals will be able to examine the roof and determine the best course of action. Contact us today to schedule an appointment.