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Homeowners in Connecticut and Massachusetts can use these tips to save energy and money this heating season. Click to read more about HVAC upgrades.

Spend Less and Save Energy with HVAC Upgrades

Has your boiler seen better days? Are your heating bills from last winter higher than normal? With the holidays approaching, now is the perfect time to invest in new home comfort equipment. There are plenty of ways to improve your home comfort and lower your energy costs, and most require little work on your part. Keep reading to see all of the upgrades you can use to make your home even more comfortable and enjoyable for your family this season.

Heating Equipment

If you upgrade your boiler or furnace to high efficiency, you’ll see an increase in the weight of your wallet. Homeowners who upgrade save more on heating fuel, repairs, emergency service, and more. Plus, you may be eligible for statewide rebates on certain equipment. Contact us to learn more and see how much of a rebate you can qualify for!

Water Heater

Most water heaters have a lifespan of 10-12 years. If your system isn’t delivering a steady supply of hot water, you could really benefit from an upgrade! If your existing water heater still has a few years left, you can adjust it to operate more efficiently. Lower the temperature to 120 degrees, this is sufficient to provide hot water for showers and other household needs.

Humidifier

Adding or upgrading your humidifier can completely change the feel of your home. With the right humidifier, you can experience better comfort, more warmth, and improved respiratory health.

Mini-Split Heat Pump

Ductless mini-splits aren’t just for air conditioning! Consider adding a ductless mini-split heat pump to your home to supplement your central heating system. Also known as electric heat pumps, these super-efficient models can be used to warm up on chilly nights between seasons, to offset your heating fuel bills, or to heat hard-to-reach areas of your house, like an addition.

Programmable Thermostat

Programmable thermostats are one of the easiest and best ways to control the heat in your home. According to Energy.gov, turning down the temperature 10 degrees every night will cut up to 10% off your energy bill. If you program your thermostat to do this every day, you’ll see the savings. 

Insulation

According to the EPA, a 1/8” gap under a door lets in just as much air as a 2.4” wide hole in the wall. Since the Department of Energy estimates that reducing air leaks can save you up to 10% on your heating bills, upgrading your insulation could make a bigger difference than you think.

Are You Ready to Take the Leap?

Now’s the time to take advantage of these home comfort upgrades. If you wait until the snow falls, installations and repairs become more complex. Instead, get it done now and enjoy total home comfort as soon as possible! Thank you for trusting Noonan Energy with the safety and security of your home. We look forward to raising that standard even higher this year.