With strategic adjustments and smart habits, you can maintain a cozy home while managing your energy use and costs.
The Thermostat
Everyone’s comfort level is different, but we recommend setting your thermostat at 68 degrees to strike a balance between comfort and efficiency and lowering the temperature at night. If you have a heat pump, adjust your thermostat one degree at a time to avoid costly auxiliary heat.
Consider a thermostat that lets you program settings when you’re away from home and overnight.
Maintenance Is Key
Your heating system works hard all winter. Taking care of it will pay off in efficiency and longevity.
You should clean or change air filters every one to three months. A dirty air filter forces your system to work harder.
Have a professional inspect your heating system annually. A trained technician can identify potential problems before they become expensive emergencies.
Use Technology — and the Sun
Let the sun help heat your home. Open blinds and curtains on southfacing windows on sunny days.
Check out monitoring and use tools in the MyREC SmartHub app. Get energy use insights to make strategic adjustments that add up to significant savings over the winter months.
For more tips on saving energy and lowering your bills, visit myrec.coop/save.
