5 Tips For a Better Running Furnace

5 Tips for a Better Running Furnace

We hate to break the news, but the cold weather is JUST around the corner. Button up the hatches and grab your scarves!

Before winter hits, we wanted to give you some tips on how to make your furnace run better and more efficient all winter long. These 5 tips can help you avoid costly furnace repair this upcoming winter.

1. Make sure the filter is clean

Dirty filters make your furnace have to run harder. Decrease the stress of your furnace by replacing the filter. Check your filter monthly for debris.

2. Install a programmable thermostat

A programmable thermostat will help you regulate the temperature while you’re away at work. In addition to this, it helps slow the wear and tear on your furnace.

3. Bake more in the winter months

Everybody wins with this tip! Using your oven more will warm up your kitchen, and may help heat your ground floor. With this tip, your home will smell great, you’ll have a warm home & a great home cooked meal!

4. Make sure your garage door is sealed

Making sure your garage is sealed is important in preventing drafts, which can be costly. Keeping the warm air in will keep you warm and cozy all winter long.

5. Decorative Insulation

Carpeting and area rugs help insulate your home. Rugs and carpeting look and feel cozy and help battle drafts.