The holiday season brings out the best in people. Unfortunately, it also brings out the worst in the way we treat our homes. Crowding guests into small spaces, constant cooking and baking, and overuse of our heating and cooling can create a perfect storm of destruction for entire HVAC systems.
If you are concerned about preparing your home for the holiday season, here are a few tips from local providers of HVAC services for Terre Haute:
Get a Check up on Your System
Before the first guest arrives this holiday season, get your HVAC system checked out. Ask a professional to check the function of your system and determine if you need any repairs. It is always better and less expensive to have maintenance work performed rather than paying for major repairs or replacements in the middle of busy, frigid seasons!
Set up Your Home for Success
The way your home is set up can determine the success or failure of your HVAC system this season. For older systems, a home that is conducive to keeping heat inside will keep energy bills lower and prevent undue stress.
If your home has multiple stories or rooms that are not often used, consider closing some of them down for days when guests will be in town – or even for the entire cold season. Close the vents to these rooms to prevent heat from being sent to them.
Add thick throw blankets to couches and lounge chairs and throw comforters atop the beds in your home. This will allow you to cut back the heat a few degrees, making a major difference in both system stress and energy expenses.
Remember the Impact of Guests
When you crowd many people into a space that is lit by holiday lights and warmed by ovens full of turkeys or cookies, you do not need as much heat. The crowd itself is a source of heat, and while you might not notice cutting the temperature back a few degrees while you celebrate with loved ones, your system certainly will!
The holidays should be a time to enjoy the season, not to worry about your HVAC system. Stress less and enjoy more by using these tips and be ready to celebrate – no matter how cold it gets outside!
