Is Your Furnace And Home Ready For Colder Weather?

Summer is wrapping up and there’s no time like the present to make sure your home is prepared for colder weather. Here are some ways to make sure your home and furnace can run more efficiently:

1. Seal Leaks In Ductwork

Energy Star estimates that between 20 and 30 percent of air being pushed in ductwork is lost due to holes, cracks, and open seams. Chinook Heating and Air can do an Energy Audit to find out how much air your system might be wasting, and we can easily fix the problem!

2. Tune Up Your Furnace And Fireplace

Doing a tune up on your furnace can save you hundreds on your energy bill every winter. Our professional techinicians can inspect your units and identify any problems you might have. These might include: faulty or worn parts, leaks in gas or carbon monoxide (which can threaten the safety of your family and home), and inefficient burning of fuel. Many brands of furnaces and fireplaces require yearly maintenance to stay under warranty, so call a professional at Chinook Heating and Air and we’d be glad to make sure you’re getting the most out of your furnace and fireplace.

3. Use A Programmable Thermostat

The upfront cost of purchasing a programmable thermostat is paid back exponentially over the many years it can save you money. A thermostat that can be programmed to adjust the temperature while you’re asleep and while you’re away from home can save you 10% on your heating bill in the winter and 15% on your cooling bill in the summer. Many new, flashy thermostats can learn your lifestyle and automatically adjust the temperature accordingly, but a programmable thermostat can be had for as little as $25. Chinook Heating and Air carries every thermostat you might need.

4. Cover Any Holes And Cracks

Air can easily escape through cracks in the weather stripping around doors and windows, holes in exterior walls where plumbing exits the home, even through your chimney. Making sure the weather stripping isn’t cracked and outlets are properly sealed will help prepare your home for maximum efficiency.