Cutting heating costs: Innovative tips to warm your home
Heating bills can be a significant burden on the household budget. To save a bit, we can try a few methods to warm up the apartment without spending any money. How can we do it?
17 October 2024 18:13
The fall-winter season in Canada means one thing - turning on the heating. The amounts that come with the bills can be astronomical and seriously strain the wallet. How can we heat up the apartment without spending a fortune? Here are some proven methods.
Retain the heat: methods to maintain the temperature in the apartment
The first incredibly important task before we turn on the radiators is to clean them thoroughly. Any dirt buildup can block heat flow, consequently increasing our bills. Therefore, it is very important to review the installation, venting the radiators, and cleaning them.
The next method of increasing the temperature in the apartment is using curtains and drapes. When the frosty days arrive, let's cover the windows—this way, we gain an additional insulating layer that protects against the cold. Let's keep the windows uncovered for as long as possible during a sunny, warmer fall. Solar energy will naturally penetrate the interior and warm it a bit.
Sealing that few people remember
Most windows have two sealing modes. When the heating season comes, let's not forget to set the windows to "winter mode." How to do this? Check if your windows have a metal screw that adjusts the pressure on the gasket. If so - with the help of a screwdriver, turn the screw 90 degrees. The more we tighten it, the less air the windows will let inside.
If your windows don't have screws by the gaskets, you can always buy sealing strips or silicone seals, which will also reduce heat losses. Professionals also recommend using mounting foam - this product is effective in eliminating so-called thermal bridges.
