A home should be an environment that is comfortable in both the hot summer months and the colder temperatures of winter. However, heating and cooling your home so that it is comfortable during these extreme temperature periods can get to be quite expensive. If you are not careful, the energy bill could increase if the home is not energy efficient. Since heating and cooling a home requires so much energy, consumers are often devastated at the amount they have to pay at the end of the month. However, there are ways to save money on heating and cooling your home. These ways often have a less harmful impact on the environment and decreases the monthly energy bill. While these methods may require an initial investment to make them operational, the money you save over time in heating your home will be worth the initial investment.

Your Home Should be Insulated

The first, and easiest, way to make heating and cooling your home more energy efficient is to ensure that air is not escaping from your home or seeping in from the outdoor environment. Poor insulation is often the number one culprit in homes that use energy inefficiently. You can improve the insulation in your home by installing energy efficient windows that are double paned or sealing the cracks and gaps around windows with insulating material. You can also contact us so we can inspect the heating system in your home to ensure it is working properly and efficiently.

Geothermal Heating is An Option for Your Home

Another great way to make your home more energy efficient is to install a geothermal heating and cooling system in your home. Geothermal systems of this nature rely on the heat that is generated from the ground in order to make your home more comfortable. The energy from the earth is used to help provide the warm temperatures in your home. The core of the earth is a molten mass of liquid rock that generates huge quantities of heat that seep upward through the crust. A geothermal heating and cooling system taps into these heat sources and uses them to power an HVAC system. This type of system is may cost more initially, but can save you thousands of dollars in the course of a lifetime.

Solar Heating is Another Option

Solar power is another great way to save money on your energy bills each month. The energy from the sun is completely free and is abundant almost all year round. A solar heating and cooling system uses huge solar panels to absorb the energy from the sun and convert that energy into a usable energy that can help to power an HVAC system. If you are unsure what type of heating system is right for your home, make sure to contact us. We can advise you on the options you have to heat your home. We can also test your air quality so you can have the best air possible for you and your family.