Conserving Energy When the Weather Changes | Teems Electric

Is there anything better than feeling that crisp chill in the air and watching the leaves burst into beautiful colors? The change of any season is always a magical time, but after the constant heat of the summer, fall weather can be particularly inviting.

The change of the seasons doesn’t just bring us more preferable weather, it also means our overworked HVACs can get a much-deserved break. Conserving energy is a sweet byproduct of both spring and fall, and we will take every tip we can get to make the most of it.

Fall Winterizing

You may not want to equate spring with cleaning, but that doesn’t change that the two go hand in hand. So, what if as the cooling weather of the fall starts moving in, we begin to think of winterizing our home?

While most of us are likely still running the AC through most of the fall months here in the South, regulating the temperature in your home is one of the top ways to save money. Open windows when the weather is fair and use a fan to keep air circulating in order to cut back on how much your HVAC runs. That way, you can keep your thermostat at a steady temperature, and occasionally cut it off all together.

You should also take the time each fall to check windows, doors, ceilings and light fixtures for leaks and drafts, and to have your fireplace cleaned. If you use space heaters for those chilly mornings, get them out and clean their filters, check their cords and make sure they are running correctly before you actually need them.

Keep It Warm

When it is time to turn on the heat, find a reasonable setting on your thermostat. Heating costs account for nearly 45% of the average electric bill.

Consider a programmable thermostat that can drop the temp of your house for you when everyone is out for the day, and open blinds to allow the sun to warm things up naturally.

Blankets and fall go together anyway, so add a few to your sleeping areas so that you can also cut the heat down at night. On average, you should be able to lower your thermostat five to eight degrees and still sleep comfortably under the covers.

Even simple measures like changing the filter on your HVAC unit can go a long way in reducing your energy bill. Fall is the perfect time to have your unit serviced as well.

A professional can ensure your air ducts are properly sealed, which in turn can save up to 10% on your overall energy bill.

Put the work into your home at the change of the seasons so that you can sit back with your pumpkin spice latte, pumpkin spice muffin and pumpkin spice-scented blanket and enjoy the magic that is fall.

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