Summer is coming to an end. The leaves are slowly switching to their autumn attires. We are starting to see yellows and oranges popping up throughout nature. This is the time of the year where we start looking at how we are spending our last precious summer days. We make the best of each day and try to enjoy the beautiful cool autumn temperatures. At the same time, we are also conscious that the cold winter months are just around the corner.
Oh winter, what would we do without you? We'd probably be able to sit on the beach throughout the year, sipping on our favourite drinks and looking at the clear blue sky. Summer is a wonderful time of the year, especially for those of us that live in climates that attract harsh winter weather conditions. I'm a summer, spring and autumn kind of guy. I love being able to drive with the top down, wear light casual summer suits and walk outside without wondering if my ears are going to fall off from frost bite.
Although reality has set in, autumn is here and we have to prepare our homes for what is to come, winter. It is important that we look at all aspects of the homes so as to maximize the energy efficiency of our homes. Your home must be a well oiled machine working at maximum capacity so as to ensure that your wallet isn't getting drained with high energy bills.
There are a few modifications you can do to your home to help reduce energy consumption:
Windows. It is very important that we look at the energy efficiency of our current windows. Older homes may have cracked windows or ones which are not properly sealed. Any imperfection in such windows can cause your energy bill to skyrocket. Think of your home as a car. In a cold climate, if a car window is slightly open while the heater is on, the car will constantly be struggling to keep passengers warm and cozy. The same can be said for our homes, if the windows are cracked and are leaving cold air into the space, your furnace will struggle to keep your home warm. Doors and weather stripping. I have always been shocked on how many homes today still have old outdated doors that let cold air into the home. With regular outside doors starting at a couple hundred dollars available through big box stores, it just doesn't make sense to risk having high energy costs to save such little money. You'll be paying it in the long run in energy cost so why not look at upgrading your outside doors. If you are keeping your front door for esthetic reasons but the weather stripping is worn, purchase new weather stripping at your local hardware store. They are easy to install and save you lots of money and hassle in the long run. Maintain your furnace. Be sure to perform proper maintenance on your furnace. It is important that you get it checked on a yearly basis so as to ensure it is working to its maximum efficiency. Little things such as changing the filter make a big difference. It is always best that you have your furnace looked at before it gets too cold outside as you don't want to get stuck on a harsh winter night without heat.Do you take winter holidays in a southern destination? Some of us love to get away in the midst of winter to a tropical paradise. During this time, we leave our homes behind without knowing if our furnace will be working properly which is fine for the summer months but in winter, a sudden lowering of your home's temperature can cause water pipes to burst which can cause water damage. For those who like to be more cautious, consider looking at the bells and whistle offered by security companies. Some security systems will monitor the temperature of your home so as to advise you when there is a sudden change in its core temperature. This is really handy for travelers leaving their homes behind.
There are many ways to look forward to our autumn months while reminiscing about our gorgeous summer weather. Bundle up and enjoy nature's beautiful autumn colours.
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