Since you are in your home often, you will want to make sure it is in the best condition possible. The best way to make sure the air is in the best condition possible is to keep the airflow moving throughout your home. This will prevent places of stale and old air. If you notice that some places or rooms in your home are cooler or warmer than the other parts of your home, make sure to contact us.
Bad Airflow
In terms of comfort-levels and temperature. Before you just turn up the heat on your thermostat, consider checking the airflow throughout your home. You may be surprised to know that balanced airflow can help you stay warm this winter. Ensure that your home is not only comfortable from room-to-room, but your system is also running as efficiently as possible. There are some things you can do at home to increase the airflow. You can also contact us and we can recommend some tips.
Let the airflow
One of the easiest things you can do is to open the air registers. Air registers are the vents you find in each room that release heated air. If some registers are open and others are closed, some rooms will be getting more heat, and other rooms may be getting little to none. This will decrease the airflow in your home.
Clear Airflow Obstructions in your Home
Another tip is to make sure that the registers are not blocked. You may also consider vacuuming out those floor vents in case animal hair or dust that are hindering airflow.
Use a Ceiling Fan to move the air
Sometimes a ceiling fan can assist in moving warm air around your home, especially if you have high ceilings. A ceiling fan can help restore the air balance in your home by circulating the air to other parts of your home. By doing this, your heating system can actually work less and save you some dollars on your energy bill. Make sure the fan is designed to be the proper size for your room that it will be installed in.
Replace the thermostat when Needed
If the thermostat needs to be replaced, consider a programmable thermostat. This is used so you can accurately adjust your heating needs based on the schedule of your family. Since your heating and cooling units respond to the temperature of the room where the thermostat is located, you may need to consider moving it. Your thermostat may be too close to a sunny window or a room that is in generally warmer or cooler than the rest of the house, and therefore affects the comfort level and airflow of the entire home. If that is the case, moving your thermostat to a new location might be a solution.
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