Contractor of the Year Winner Offers Five Energy-Saving Tips
ROANOKE, Va., Feb. 19, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Southern Trust Home Services, owned by Contractor Magazine's Contractor of the Year winner Ted Puzio, offers tips to Southern Virginia homeowners hoping to reduce their energy bills and maximize their indoor heat through the end of winter.
"February temperatures may hint at spring weather, but responsible homeowners should recognize that winter is still in full swing," Puzio said. "Historically, Roanoke averages about eight snow days in February and has an average low of 28 degrees, meaning the potential for high heating bills. Thankfully, there are many easy steps homeowners can take to save energy through the rest of winter."
Puzio and the Southern Trust team offer the following five tips for saving energy in winter.
- Install a programmable thermostat. By setting lower temperatures when they are asleep or out of the house, homeowners can save money on heating.
- Replace filters. Filters will tend to get dirty faster in winter months due to the prolonged periods of closed windows and time spent indoors. Remember to periodically check the filters and replace them if dirty.
- Check weather stripping and door thresholds. Over time, weather stripping can become brittle and begin to crack or break, resulting in warm air leaking out of the home and cold air leaking into the home, causing the furnace to work harder to maintain desired temperatures. Likewise, thresholds underneath doors can fall in height or move out of alignment. Taking the time to readjust them can help further seal the home and retain energy.
- Get free extra heat from the sun. Whenever possible, leave curtains or blinds open on south-facing windows during the day. Warmth and energy coming in from the sun will help heat the home and maintain a steady temperature. Window coverings can be closed in the evening to help trap the warmth inside.
- Use ceiling fans to your advantage. During the winter, make sure your ceiling fans are set to a clockwise rotation to push warm air down. Running on a low setting will help trap warm air in the room for extra comfort and efficiency.
"Homeowners often think about major changes and replacements when the issue of a high energy bill comes up," Puzio said. "The good news is that not everyone has to invest in new furnaces and water heaters to reduce their energy bills. There are so many little steps homeowners can take to start saving surprising amounts of money, especially in winter."
For more information about Southern Trust Home Services and how to conserve energy, call 540-343-4348 or visit www.southerntrusthomeservices.com
About Southern Trust Home Services
Founded in 1995 as Southern State Electric, Southern Trust Home Services provides residential plumbing, electrical and HVAC services, including 24/7 emergency repairs, to homeowners in more than 60 cities throughout southern Virginia. Roanoke's first to offer a lifetime guarantee on all recommended repairs, Southern Trust Home Services staffs dedicated, certified, licensed and insured, drug and criminal background checked technicians who provide timely, same-day services for a variety of home repairs, installations, and maintenance. A Better Business Bureau accredited company since 2006, Southern Trust Home Services has financing available including 0 percent for 18 months, and Lifetime Repair Guarantee on stated repairs. To find out more, call 540-343-4348 or visit www.southerntrusthomeservices.com.
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