All articles tagged with #winter tips
The article discusses the concept of 'wintering,' a term coined by Katherine May, which encourages embracing the winter season through practices like slowing down, outdoor activity, seasonal eating, social connection, and mindset shifts to improve mental health and well-being during the colder months.
Experts provide tips on how to lower heating bills during the winter, including having your heating unit inspected, setting your thermostat to 68 degrees Fahrenheit, turning the heat down when you're away, avoiding setting the thermostat too low, considering investing in a smart thermostat, using space heaters with caution, getting an energy efficient audit, and checking for tax incentives and rebates. Other tips include weather-stripping doors, improving insulation, caulking windows, and using draft stoppers to seal off cold air.
As winter approaches, homeowners are looking for ways to keep their homes warm without breaking the bank. The average cost of home heating is projected to remain high this winter, but there are several tips to help reduce heating bills. Experts recommend having your heating unit inspected before winter, setting your thermostat to 68 degrees Fahrenheit, lowering the temperature when you're away, and avoiding setting the thermostat too low. Investing in a smart thermostat can also save energy, and using space heaters cautiously can help target heating to specific areas. Additionally, getting an energy-efficient audit and checking for tax incentives and rebates can further lower heating costs. Other tips include weather-stripping doors, improving insulation, and addressing drafty windows and doors.