There are lots of lists out there of things that you should do to get your home ready for winter—keeping you and your family comfortable and keeping more of your hard-earned dollars in your pocket.
CERTs put together these eight items as a short list for you—you could get all of these done in just one weekend, with on minor investments.
- Dodge the Drafts with Door Sweeps – Make or buy and put under drafty doors
- Change Furnace Filters – Replace or clean once a month to keep your furnace running efficiently
- Run Fans in Reverse – Air pooled near the ceiling is circulated back into the living space
- Winterize Your A/C and Water Lines – Drain hoses and AC pipes, and other excess water
- Install Storm Doors and Windows – Seals drafts and reduces air flow
- Give Your Heating System a Tune-Up – Check with your utility to see what they offer
- Put Up Some Plastic on Windows – Pick up a window insulation kit at your local hardware or discount store
- Get a Programmable Thermostat—and Program It! – Save up to $200 a year! Act now and save even more with rebates through November 30th.
This list was adapted from a much longer one at The Daily Green. Click here to check it out!
