How To Use Your Propane Furnace To Save Money

6 Ways To Lower Your Heating Bill

With everyone at home more than usual this fall, your propane furnace will be putting in a little overtime – and your heating bills will likely show it. If you want to keep those bills as low as possible in the weeks and months to come, here are some of the best ways to do it:

1. Check air filters regularly – A clogged air filter will make your furnace overwork to keep you warm, and both you and your equipment will pay for it. Check your air filter monthly, replacing or cleaning it (depending on the model) when needed.
2. Seal air leaks – Caulk and install weather stripping on windows and doors to keep cold air out and warm air in. Don’t forget insulation, either: to learn more about where and how much insulation to add, check out these guidelines from the U.S. Department of Energy.
3. Be vigilant – Do the “little things” that keep bills at bay – shut doors and windows, keep shades open in sunny rooms to capture heat, keep vents closed in unused rooms – anything that will take some of the load off your home heating system.
4. Program your thermostat – You can save about 3-5% percent per day on heating bills for each degree you lower the thermostat, says the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy. When you’re home, target a temperature of about 68 degrees to get the best balance of comfort and energy savings.
5. Service equipment quickly – If your propane furnace needs service or a repair, schedule it as quickly as possible – the longer you put it off, the more costly the damage is likely to become.
6. Consider sensible upgrades – A new, high-efficiency propane furnace could save you 30 percent on your monthly bills compared to your older model, which means it will pay for itself in just a few years. Want another great way to save? Install a high-efficiency propane space heater or propane fireplace to heat the room where your family spends most of their downtime – then drop the thermostat in the rest of the house. Supplemental heating will save wear and tear on your main heating system and cut your overall energy bill while keeping your family warm and cozy all winter.

Winter 2020/21 is on the way – keep those heating bills in check with these easy tips! And remember: for reliable propane delivery in New River Valley, VA, nobody beats SWVA Gas Service. Contact us today to learn more!