As the winter months set in, and we find ourselves bundling up to stay warm, it’s more important than ever to make your home your warm personal hater yet, for many, despite how hard they try, their home is persistently cold. With the holidays coming up, and as you look forward to spending more time in the comfort of your house, it’s important that you get your home to the ideal temperature. If you’re investigating the reason behind why your house is so chilly, here are some potential culprits you might want to consider.
Insufficient Heating System
If your HVAC system needs repair, then it’s not going to be able to keep up with the demands of the cold weather. It’s important that you look for the signs of trouble with your heating system, and if you find this is indeed the case, call our professional immediately to perform maintenance and make any other necessary repairs.
You may even determine that upgrading your system entirely to a more efficient model is the best solution for ensuring you stay warm. Beyond keeping you warm, an updated system will also significantly lower your energy bill.
Drafts
Check your home for air drafts coming through the corners of windows and doorways. If you find any gaps and cracks, this is likely the reason for cold air entering your home and lowering the overall temperature. To steal these areas off, consider adding weather-stripping materials, or caulk.
Usually sealing off these drafts will help seal in the warm air and keep the cold air out, helping your homes stay significantly warmer.
Wrong Thermostat Settings
Sometimes the reason for your cold home may be as simple as your thermostat being set at the wrong temperature. Take a good look at your thermostat and make sure that it’s set in an appropriate number for your comfort. For some people, 69 degrees is simply too cold to be able to heat their entire home.
Try adjusting the settings slightly until you find that you are at a comfortable temperature without having to bundle up with scarves and sweaters.
Poor Insulation
More often than not, the cause of a cold home is poor insulation. The older your home is, the more likely it is to have insufficient insulation, in which case you might want to consider investing in insulation upgrades. This can be a pretty hefty price, however, when you compare it to extremely high energy bills over the course of the year, properly insulating your home may be well worth the cost.
Consider asking an energy expert to come in and do an audit to help you find ways you could make your home warmer with the lowest price possible.
