During the winter, propane gas is one of the most efficient and cost-effective ways to keep your home warm. However, it can also be expensive. Fortunately, you can take some simple steps to reduce propane usage during the winter and save money on your bill. Read on for five propane heat cost savings tips during the winter.
Use a Smart Thermostat
One of the most effective ways to reduce propane usage during the winter is by investing in a smart thermostat. Smart thermostats are user-friendly and allow you to set schedules easily and adjust temperatures from anywhere with an internet connection. A smart thermostat will help you maintain a comfortable temperature in your home while using less energy and consuming less fuel, thus saving you money on your monthly bills.
Maintain Your HVAC System
Regular maintenance is vital when reducing your propane gas consumption during the winter months. Ensure that all filters, vents, ducts, and registers are clean and debris-free to operate efficiently without blockages or obstructions. Have a professional inspect and tune up your system at least once a year so that it’s running at maximum efficiency all winter long.
Also, ensure proper propane tank maintenance to reduce pressure losses and ensure the tank is full. Speak to your Keystone Propane gas supplier for more information.
Schedule a Home Energy Audit
A home energy audit assesses how much energy your home uses and where it’s wasted. An auditor will come into your home and check for air leaks, insulation and lighting issues, water heater performance problems, etc., which can then be addressed to lower your overall energy consumption, saving you money on propane usage.
Reduce Kitchen and Bathroom Fan Use
Kitchen exhaust fans remove warm air from inside the house, while bathroom fans do not replenish this air with warm air from outside, causing more heat loss than necessary. Try turning off kitchen exhaust fans when not in use or limit their use as much as possible. This helps reduce heat loss through these areas of the house while conserving energy in other parts of the house as well.
The same goes for bathroom fans. Try waiting 10 minutes after showering before turning them on, or keep them running only as long as necessary.
Lower Your Water Heater Temperature
Lowering the temperature setting on your water heater is another simple way to reduce your propane usage during the winter, especially if you have an electric water heater installed beside natural gas or oil-fired heating systems! Lowering the temperature from 140 degrees to 120 degrees significantly impacts how much fuel is consumed each month without sacrificing the hot water supply throughout the house!
These are five propane heat cost-saving tips to help reduce usage during the winter season. For all of your residential propane needs this winter season, contact Keystone Propane today for reliable service at competitive rates!