{"id":28790,"date":"2019-12-26T08:00:32","date_gmt":"2019-12-26T07:00:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/?p=28790"},"modified":"2025-04-03T19:16:13","modified_gmt":"2025-04-03T17:16:13","slug":"home-winterization-tips","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/2019\/12\/home-winterization-tips\/","title":{"rendered":"Reduce your Energy Usage with These 7 Home Winterization Tips"},"content":{"rendered":"

This is the season for cool weather and high heating bills. During winter<\/strong>, our home heaters keep us comfortable and warm, but they can also cost us a lot. Did you know that space heating can make up 45% of your energy bill<\/strong>?\u00a0Your wallet doesn\u2019t have to suffer this winter season. If you prepare your home correctly for wintertime, you can reduce your energy usage<\/strong> and keep warm<\/strong> at the same time.\u00a0Below you\u2019ll find 7 quick and easy home winterization tips<\/strong> to help save energy<\/strong> during the winter. Reducing your energy usage is good for your electric bill<\/a>, and it\u2019s also good for the planet\u00a0<\/strong><\/a>\u2013 so read on!<\/p>\n

1. Switch to LED lights<\/h2>\n

Make the switch to energy-efficient lightbulbs<\/strong> this season with your indoor lamps and lighting fixtures, your outdoor lights, and your holiday lights.<\/p>\n

2. Weatherproof your windows and doors<\/h2>\n

If you have cracks in your windows and doors, nearly 25% of heat<\/strong> from your heaters can escape. Seal up these cracks to prevent heat loss.<\/p>\n

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3. Purchase a programmable thermostat<\/h2>\n

You don\u2019t have to invest in a smart thermostat<\/strong>, you can simply program the one you already have to set the temperature lower at times of day when no one is home.<\/p>\n

4. Close up the chimney when you\u2019re not using it<\/h2>\n

Don\u2019t let your home heat escape through the chimney sweep. Whenever your chimney<\/strong> is not in use, close the damper and flue.<\/p>\n

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5. Set your water heater to 120-140 degrees<\/h2>\n

Pay attention to the temperature on your water heater<\/strong>. Your water heating can account for up to 10% of your home energy usage, so make sure yours is set to 120-140 degrees.<\/p>\n

6. Rotate ceiling fans to turn clockwise<\/h2>\n

Work smarter, not harder. Let your heater take a break by rotating your ceiling fans clockwise to pull warm air down.<\/p>\n

7. Open curtains and blinds to allow sunlight in<\/h2>\n

Natural sunlight<\/strong> is a great way to warm your home. If it\u2019s a sunny day out, open up your curtains and let the sunshine through!<\/p>\n

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\"KarlynAuthor Bio<\/strong>: Karlyn McKell is a writer for The Zebra who specializes in home insurance and homeownership tips and tricks!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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