How You Can Keep Your Unit Warmer This Winter
Without breaking the bank.
1.5 min read
The coldest months of the year are almost here. With this, it is usual for most tenants to look for ways to keep their unit warm and comfortable. Of course, keeping your home warm also comes with worrying about escalating energy bills.
Most people don't know that keeping your home warm in winter goes far beyond just leaving your heater on all day. There are other creative ways that can help keep the heat inside while keeping energy bills low.
Make use of the curtains or blinds
Even though temperatures are typically below 0 degrees during the winter, some days still have sunshine. The sun's heat can help you increase the temperature in your unit, which is why you should make the most of it. Open your blinds or curtains to allow the heat to get inside your unit. This is a free source of heat.
However, to keep the warmth inside your unit, you should close the curtains and blinds when it starts to get chilly, and the sun hides. This will prevent the cold air from getting in.
Move obstacles from the heating vents
Furniture arrangement helps you feel at home, but also may have more impact on your unit temperature. You may have accidentally blocked the heating vents with a piece of furniture when trying to get your desired arrangement. However, even if you are pleased with your furniture arrangement, you have to move the sofa or piece of furniture blocking the vents if you want a warmer unit.
If you place objects in front of the heating vents, they will absorb the heat, preventing it from circulating to the rest of the room. Take your time to assess all the rooms and remove any blockage to these vents to allow hot air to circulate freely.
Following these simple tips could help you keep your home warmer while reducing energy bills.
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