Ways To Save Money On Your Heating Bill This Year

American Investment Planners LLC

500 North Broadway, Suite 260, Jericho, NY 11753

(516) 932-5130 / (866) 932-5130

Just like that it's time to shut down our air conditioners and flip on the switch for our furnace. However, if you're a homeowner, then you know just how costly it can be to stay warm when temperatures start to drop; heating your home is quite the expense! But there is some good news. You can easily make your heating bill one less thing to stress about by making a few changes around your home; below are a few ideas that you can use to get started:

Adjust your ceiling fan: Did you know that you can use your ceiling fan for heating purposes too? Although most of us probably view it as something that helps out in the summer, it can do a world of good in the fall and winter as well. To take advantage of its heating powers, simply rotate the blades so that they are spinning in a clockwise motion - this will help circulate the warm air that has risen up towards your ceiling.

Add insulation: Having the proper insulation is key to saving money on your heating (and even cooling) bills throughout the year. When your home is poorly insulated, it becomes much easier for the heat your home has produced to escape, which ultimately means your system has to use more energy and work harder. Additionally, a poorly insulated home can make it easier for cool air to seep in, which once again means your furnace will be put to work. To prevent your home from using more energy than it should, take a quick peek to see if there are any places where insulation needs to be added.

Clean or change your furnace's filter: Most of the time, something as simple as your furnace's filter is the reason why your savings are going out the window. Before your system really kicks in, take a few minutes to inspect your furnace's filter and clean or change it if needed.

Repair weather stripping: When the weather stripping around your windows and doors starts to age, it is more likely that a draft will be felt in your home. Therefore, if you have been in your home for a while or simply haven't paid much attention to this before, take some time this fall to make sure the spaces around your windows and doors are all sealed up. If you notice any signs of wear and tear, your best bet is to repair or replace the weather stripping in its entirety.

Now that you know how you can start to save, we hope you'll utilize these tips before the cold weather really sets it - this will ensure that you are saving the maximum amount of money possible from the start!

American Investment Planners LLC offers tax planning, estate planning, retirement planning and more to generations of families throughout the United States. More information about the services offered is available at www.americaninvestmentplanners.com.