Energy efficient heating

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Energy efficient heating should be a high priority if you are trying to reduce your electric bill. Before you even spend any money to replace equipment, however, there are steps you can take to make your equipment more energy efficient. Check all the gas (or oil), connections and your gas pressure. Also, clean or change the air filters once a month in your furnace or heat pump.

If your ducts are not sealed and insulated correctly you cannot have energy efficient heating. Inefficient or leaking ducts can reduce your efficiency by as much as 20%, so seal off the ducts that run through the attic, basement, or garage. After that wrap the ducts with insulation. Finally, seal off all the ducts that you can access in the heated part of your house.

If you have had your equipment for more than 10 years and it still does not keep you comfortable, it is probably time to upgrade to energy efficient heating. Have a contractor examine it, and if it needs upgrading, shop for a high-efficiency Energy Star unit. However, before you shell out large amounts of money double-check for any big air leaks.

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