Tips to Improve Energy Efficiency at Home

Tips to Improve Energy Efficiency at Home

Even Small Changes Can Lead to Big Savings

There are multiple ways to lower your annual energy costs in your Wisconsin home. Some are easy and result in small savings, but these can add up to a surprising amount. Other changes can mean more work and require an investment, but this can lead to big returns. These changes include installing a new high-efficiency heating oil system. Here are just four ideas to think about*.

  • Save an average of 15% on annual heating and cooling costs by sealing up all air leaks and adding insulation to your attic and the floors above crawl spaces.
  • Use smart programmable thermostats and save an average of 8% on your annual heating and cooling expenses.
  • Keep the lint trap inside your clothes dryer clean. A dirty one makes your dryer run longer than it should. This simple maintenance task can save you about $35 each year.
  • Conserve energy on electronics by using a power strip as a central “turn off” point when you are done using your computer and other equipment. Using a power strip allows you to completely disconnect the power supply from the power source, ending any standby power consumption. The average household could shave $100-$200 each year off their electric bill by doing this.

Don’t Skip Heating System Maintenance

Regular heating system maintenance is a vital money-saving investment for your heating oil boiler or heating oil furnace because it keeps your equipment running safely and at peak efficiency. How important is annual maintenance? Well, service records show that four out of every five heating system breakdowns are preventable if you follow the manufacturer’s maintenance recommendations.

Besides reducing the risk of breakdowns, heating system tune-ups can also help you conserve heating oil during the winter. This is because your professional heating oil technician will conduct a series of tests to make sure your heating oil system is running at the best possible efficiency. Any adjustments and repairs can be taken care of after the first evaluation. It’s always best to consult with your heating oil service provider to figure out when your furnace or boiler is due for tune-up service.

Heating Oil Equipment Replacement

If you have an old heating oil system that’s been prone to repairs in the past few years, a replacement system may be a better option than spending money on maintenance and repairs. Like any piece of equipment, your heating oil boiler or heating oil furnace will eventually have to be replaced one day. If you think it’s time to replace your old heating system, please reach out to your Wisconsin heating oil company.

The latest heating oil boilers and heating oil furnaces are small, smart, and super-efficient and can save you 20% or more on your annual heating costs.

Higher efficiency means more energy savings, which of course translates into lower energy costs. This is why it pays to learn as much as you can about today’s advanced heating oil equipment solutions. Your Wisconsin heating oil service company can help you by providing all the latest information on new, high-efficiency heating oil furnaces and heating oil boilers. They can also tell you about an equipment rebate program in Wisconsin that can save you hundreds of dollars on your investment in a new heating oil system.

Once you’ve installed a new heating oil system, you will also have virtually ended the need for the expensive repairs and the escalating maintenance costs associated with an aging system. Just think, no more strange noises in the night and no more coping with a loss of heat because another worn-out part failed. You will also reduce your risk of having to deal with frozen pipes, and the ensuing water damage, caused by your old system conking out while you were away from home on vacation.
Read about Wisconsin heating oil equipment rebates.

*Sources: US Department of Energy, US Environmental Protection Agency.