The holiday season is here, which means Paul Davis Restoration of Louisville KY is looking forward to any exciting changes that will take place in 2015. Follow the steps below to improve your Louisville home’s energy efficiency in the coming year:
- Check furnace filters each month and clean them as needed, depending on the type of filter you have. By using pleated paper filters, you can filter out most allergens and small particulates. A clean filter means your furnace does not have to work as hard!
- If they are not properly sealed, doors and windows can leak heat. Caulking around the exterior helps keep cold air and moisture out. Try using a latex/acrylic caulk that’s flexible, waterproof, and can be painted to match your trim. Weather stripping is also a good idea, especially for doors.
- Consider purchasing glass fireplace doors if you have an open firebox, which will prevent heat from escaping. You can also buy special fireplace blankets to cover openings when not in use.
- Do you have high ceilings? Ceiling fans aren’t just for summer – use a ceiling fan on the reverse “winter” setting to distribute heat around the room, saving energy and making the space more comfortable.
- Buy a programmable thermostat that turns temperatures down when the house is empty and automatically adjusts when you are home.
We hope you will try out a few of these tips in your home this winter.The result will be energy savings, lower energy bills, and a more comfortable home in Louisville. From all of us at Paul Davis Restoration of Louisville KY, enjoy!
