If there’s one truism about the colder months of the year, it’s that we all have a tendency to immediately reach for the thermostat when the temperature drops. This can be a costly choice, however, so it’s best if you can come up with alternative solutions that will allow you to heat cold rooms without spending a ton of money. Below, we’ll show you some tips on improving your heating system’s efficiency, along with a few alternative heating solutions.

Schedule an Annual Check-up

If you insist on running your heating system, it’s important to make sure it’s in top-notch condition. An annual check-up by an HVAC technician will prolong your equipment’s lifespan and improve its efficiency.

Switch Out the Air Filter

Air filters do a fantastic job at collecting dirt and debris that would otherwise make its way back into the air while heating your home. A clogged filter hurts your system’s energy efficiency, so you should definitely make sure to switch it out every 1-3 months as needed.

Open the Registers

A closed register is a common reason why airflow has been slowed, which negatively affects your system’s efficiency. The solution is simple – if the registers are closed, open them.

Unblock the Registers

Registers get blocked by debris quite often. Perhaps you placed furniture or boxes over them by mistake. Or maybe they’re clogged up. Check each one and remove anything that could be impeding airflow.

Check the Ductwork Dampers

If your ductwork uses dampers to control airflow, then hunt down the dampers and ensure that they’re properly adjusted to allow maximum efficiency.

Utilize Solar Power

Want to keep your entire home warm while lowering your energy usage and monthly utility costs? Solar power is poised to be the wave of the future, which is why many homeowners are already jumping on board.

For more expert advice on how to heat cold rooms or any other concerns related to home comfort, please reach out to the friendly professionals at Powers Heating & Air. We’ve been serving the HVAC needs of Peachtree City and the surrounding areas since 2001.

Our goal is to help educate our customers in Peachtree City, Georgia and surrounding areas about energy and home comfort issues (specific to HVAC systems). For more information about other HVAC topics, download our free Home Comfort Guide or call us at 770-487-2040. 

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