Is Your Essex County Home Ready for Winter?

Essex County can be affected by coastal storms that bring heavy snow, strong winds, and cold air, with the occasional winter ice storm. Is your home prepared? Read on to discover helpful tips from your trusted HVAC partner, Reliable Heating & Cooling. With over 15 years of industry experience serving our community, we understand New Jersey homeowners’ unique heating needs to stay comfortable and safe all winter.

Optimize Your Heating System

To save money on your energy bill and protect your heating system from added strain, consider lowering the set point on your thermostat when you are planning on being away from home. For even better energy efficiency, contact Reliable Heating & Cooling to upgrade your home with a smart thermostat. Most homeowners neglect this crucial device and use manual thermostats that aren't as efficient. You can trust our expert team to improve your heating system’s performance and efficiency with a new, modern thermostat!

Reverse Ceiling Fans

Did you know that a quick and easy way to keep your home warmer in the winter is to reverse the direction your ceiling fans spin in? Set the ceiling fans to spin clockwise at low speed to increase your heating system’s efficiency. This pushes warm air down from the ceiling, helping to improve circulation.

Improve Insulation

To help keep your Essex County home warm all winter, insulate hot water pipes to retain heat. Attics, crawl spaces, and basements are notorious areas for heat loss due to drafts. When you improve the insulation in these areas, you will enjoy decreased energy bills and a more comfortable home. For added savings, consider covering the attic pull-down stairs with an insulated cover.

Schedule a Heating System Tune-up

Did you know that a heating system tune-up can help ensure that your heater works when you need it the most? Proper maintenance is essential to prevent the need for costly repairs or unexpected system breakdowns. A Reliable Heating & Cooling technician will inspect your system to ensure that it’s in perfect working order.

Some of the procedures you can expect during your appointment include the following:

Performing a complete checkup of the unit
Inspecting all moving parts
Replacing the air filter
Checking for fluid leaks and other minor problems
Testing all safety controls
Cleaning and tightening loose connections

Regardless of your system's model, brand, or age, periodic tune-ups are essential to keep it working like new.

Maximize Heat Retention

Adding area rugs to rooms with hardwood or tile floors can help maximize heat retention. Try wearing layers of clothing to stay warmer without needing to turn up the thermostat. Close doors to unused rooms to help keep areas with high traffic warmer. Finally, consider hanging insulated curtains to help keep warmth from escaping through drafty windows.

Stay Warm All Winter

Reliable Heating & Cooling is your go-to Essex County heating company. Call our friendly team today at (347) 979-0430 to schedule HVAC services. Whether you need to update your existing system or have a new heating system installed, we are the HVAC professionals for the job. With our exclusive promotions and convenient financing options, it's quick and easy to get the quality HVAC products and services you want!