There are lots of ways in which you can make a home warmer. Now could be a great time to make a few upgrades before the temperature really drops. Below are just a few examples of home upgrades to help keep your home warm this winter.
Upgrade your HVAC
If your HVAC isn’t working efficiently, now could be a good time to upgrade it. Old HVAC systems can start to become less effective at regulating the temperature and often more expensive to run. While you may be able to clean or repair your HVAC system to help it work more efficiently, you may find that a new HVAC system is the best option. A HVAC company can help you to install a new heating/cooling system.
Insulate your attic
Is your attic insulated? If not, this could be a home upgrade worth making. A lot of heat can be lost through an uninsulated roof. By investing in attic insulation, you can trap heat in your home longer and reduce the demand on your heating system – leading to lower energy bills. There are two ways to insulate an attic: you can insulate the floor of the attic or the roof of the attic. Insulating the roof is recommended if you still want to use your attic for storage. There are different insulation methods that you can explore.
Invest in double pane windows
A lot of heat can also escape though single pane windows. Replacing these with double pane windows could help to keep your home warmer longer without having to crank up the heating. A window installation company can give you a quote as to how much this will cost. Many people focus on bedroom and bathroom windows first.
Draft-proof doors
Are drafts getting into through your doors? Making sure that your home’s doors are suitably draft-proofed is recommended. Weatherstripping is a popular way to do this. You may also want to add a stormguard to the bottom of your exterior doors if there is currently a gap beneath.
Install underfloor heating in your bathroom
Stepping out the shower onto a cold tile floor isn’t fun. Underfloor heating can keep your bathroom warm in the winter and also reduce mold by helping moisture to evaporate. You should hire a professional company to install underfloor heating.
Hang up some winter curtains
Light curtains can be good in summer for allowing ventilation. However, in winter it’s better to have thick floor-length curtains that trap heat in and keep the cold air out. Consider looking into some winter curtains if you haven’t already got any. Such curtains are recommended in rooms such as the bedroom for keeping you cozy at night.
Throw some throws on your sofa
To stop your sofa getting cold, it could be worth adding a throw or a blanket to it. This is particularly worthwhile if you have a leather sofa. You can also buy blanketed slipcovers that can help to add warmth. Rugs can also add warmth to cold laminate and hardwood floors.