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4 Big Signs Your Westchester House Is Losing Energy
Here's how to make your house warm and comfy this winter—without breaking the bank!
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If your Westchester house is super cold and uncomfortable in the winter, that’s a big sign it’s wasting energy (and letting heat escape!).
Here’s how to diagnose the problem for sure—and how to make your home comfortable in 3 steps.
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4 major signs your Westchester house is wasting energy:
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1. Your energy bills are ridiculously high
This is the major one. If your energy bills skyrocket in the winter—but your house is still uncomfortable—that means the energy you’re purchasing is likely going straight out of your house.
2. The room temperatures are all different
Every room in your home should feel comfortable. If the temperature varies widely from room to room—or if there are rooms which never feel warm—now’s a great time to address the underlying issue.
3. Your HVAC runs all the time
Do you hear your heater running constantly? That’s not normal. An efficient HVAC in a well-sealed home should only kick on sporadically.
4. Your house just feels cold
Honestly, this is all the reason you need. If you just don’t feel comfortable in your own home, it’s time for a change. You don’t have to live with cold temperatures and drafts. (We promise!)
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How to make your Westchester house warm and comfortable in 3 steps
1. First, get your home professionally air-sealed
Most homes—especially older homes—are full of tiny holes that homeowners don’t know about. And those little gaps let a whole lot of warm air out! (The U.S. Department of Energy speculates that air leaks alone can cause about 25-30% of the heating load in a house.)
Professional air-sealing can fix this issue—and make your home feel better immediately.
2. Make sure your insulation is up to the job
Most New York buildings aren’t insulated correctly. And if your insulation is old—or if you don’t have enough of it—all the energy you purchase will simply leave your house (and leave you shivering).
3. Install an efficient HVAC system
Even the best-insulated and sealed home won’t stay warm if you don’t have the right HVAC system.
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