Here are the best tips to avoid turning on the heating this fall and save money.
The temperatures are really starting to drop, and the urge to turn on the heating becomes tempting. The problem: Heating takes up a significant portion of your electricity bill in the fall and winter. So if you want to be careful with your wallet, now is the time to think about alternatives to stay warm this fall without immediately resorting to heating.
There are several little tips that we will share with you to reduce your electricity bill. Even in autumn, the sun can be a valuable source of heat. During the day, open the curtains and let in as much natural light as possible to warm up your interior. In the evening, close them to maintain this accumulated heat. A word of advice, opt for thick curtains, they block cold air and keep heat inside.
Good positioning of furniture can also make a difference: move it away from exterior walls to prevent it from becoming cold surfaces.
Also remember to inspect your house or apartment to detect possible drafts (under the doors, through the windows, etc.). This way, you can find solutions to try to prevent the cold from entering and the heat from escaping. For example, you can install insulating door sweeps, an insulating curtain in front of your front door, re-seal your windows, etc.
If you feel a drop in temperature, one of the quickest ways to warm up is to get moving! A few stretches, a yoga session or even a few steps around the house are enough to restart blood circulation and warm you up naturally. In addition, regular physical activity helps to better tolerate temperature drops, because the body adapts more easily to climatic changes.
Dressing warmly and in layers may seem like obvious advice, but it’s a great way to warm up quickly without having to turn on the heater. Putting on several layers at this time of year keeps you warm, but the layers also retain heat between them. Also consider creating a cocooning atmosphere at home to face cool days. Thick rugs, wool or fleece blankets, and soft cushions can create a natural thermal barrier. By wrapping yourself up in blankets or using wool slippers, you will maximize your comfort without even thinking about heating.