How To Save on Your Utility Bills in Ohio This Spring

Spring may not hit the highs of summer or the lows of winter, but staying comfortable can be costly as temperatures oscillate between cold and warm. Fortunately, you don’t have to watch your bills spike to enjoy a comfortable home this spring with these tips from Heart of Ohio.

Schedule Spring Inspections

Spring means the end of winter and the beginning of summer — which means it’s time to take a look at your air conditioner and make sure it’s ready for the hottest days of the year. By scheduling a tune-up for your AC before you need it, you can avoid potentially frustrating and costly issues developing you’re your system ends up under the strain of a summer afternoon. It’s also a less busy season for professionals, so it’s easier to schedule a visit at a time that works for you. 

Get Your Thermostat Spring-Ready

During the spring, Ohio weather can fluctuate wildly between warm days and cold nights, meaning that staying comfortable might mean using your air conditioner and your heating on the same day. A thermostat with the right features to manage this efficiently can help you avoid wasted energy. You might also spare yourself some expenditure by leaving the thermostat a little low and dressing warmly in the evening — you’ll sleep better, on average, in a cold environment!

Fire Up the Grill

When you turn on burners on your stove or turn on the oven, you probably don’t think too much of the heat you’re generating — but it can add up to quite a lot of warmth over time. Take advantage of an outdoor grill to avoid generating heat indoors that your air conditioner will need to remove. Of course, this goes both ways, and if it’s cold inside then cooking with your oven or stove can be especially efficient.

Consider Energy-Efficient Upgrades

The right HVAC system for your home’s heating and cooling needs can make a world of difference in your annual expenditures. A new air conditioner can be an outstanding upgrade, but lateral moves can also be wise: A heat pump is an exceptional option for the Ohio spring, offering unparalleled heating efficiency when it’s cold but not super cold and cooling efficiency to match any air conditioner. Ductless mini-splits can go a step further, allowing you to use the same technology but without the inefficiencies of ductwork and with the option to only heat or cool certain rooms.

Clean and Adjust Ceiling Fans

Your ceiling fan should work to push air down into the room to break the “heat envelope” around your body in the summer and pull air up to the ceiling so that it can mix with accumulated heat in the winter, so make sure you make the adjustment as necessary for the temperature of the moment. You can also improve fan efficiency by dusting them, as accumulated dust can add substantial resistance and waste electricity.

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Heart of Ohio Is Your Spring Energy Savings Partner

Keeping a home energy-efficient often starts with having your HVAC equipment that matches your needs and is in top condition. Even minor flaws and inefficiencies in your heating or cooling can waste hundreds of dollars or more in a year in excess utilities, to say nothing of what you’ll spend on extra repairs and early replacement. At Heart of Ohio, we’re committed to delivering exceptional spring savings to every customer, with high-quality equipment installed and serviced by the best team in the area.

Contact Heart of Ohio today to learn more about controlling spring energy costs for a home in Northeast Ohio or to schedule a visit to upgrade or repair HVAC equipment in your home.