5 Holiday Heating Tips to Ensure Your Guests’ Comfort
During the holidays, you’ll be spending more time with your family and friends. If you plan to have guests over, comfort should be priority No. 1. Here are a few HVAC tips to help keep everyone warm and cozy.
Schedule an HVAC Tune-Up
Before the holiday season kicks into high gear, it’s a good idea to schedule an HVAC tune-up. Often, heating problems stem from a lack of maintenance. After an HVAC specialist inspects your unit, you’ll enjoy peace of mind. Servicing your system regularly also improves efficiency, which helps keep your energy bill low.
Upgrade to a Programmable Thermostat
Between all the holiday shopping, recitals, and other festive functions, your schedule will be busy, to say the least. You can’t be expected to remember to adjust the thermostat every time you step out.
Consider upgrading to a programmable thermostat with WiFi connectivity. This device communicates with your smartphone, allowing you to adjust settings remotely. That way, you can throttle down the heat while you’re away and bump it back up when you’re on your way back so home is just as comfortable as you left it.
Invest in a Ductless Mini-Split
If you have a detached in-law suite or if you converted your attic into guest quarters, a ductless mini-split is the best way to provide temperature control for this space. Because a ductless mini-split operates independently of your existing HVAC system, you can avoid the expense of purchasing a larger whole-home unit. Plus, your guests will be able to adjust the temperature to their liking without it impacting the rest of the home.
Check for Drafts
Aside from making your home feel colder, winter drafts can drive up your energy bill. Some of the most overlooked sources of drafts include wiring holes for cable TV, plumbing fixtures, and missing window seals. You can easily seal these drafts with expanding foam, caulking, and weatherstripping. This simple step will help preserve your comfort will easing the burden on your HVAC system.
Use Your Ceiling Fan
During the winter, you can use your ceiling fan to help your central heating system better distribute warm air. Warm air rises, so set your ceiling fan to rotate clockwise to push the air downward.
For all of your heating needs this holiday season, contact Superior Air Repair at (979) 5775-8700.
