How to Stay Warm This Winter on Less Heating Oil
A Shell report outlines practical steps to reduce heating oil use and costs. Improve insulation, seal leaks with weather stripping, install storm windows, remove window AC units, and service the heating system. Focus on attic and wall insulation, caulking, and filter maintenance to cut heat loss.
Practical winter energy saving tips for homes
Practical winter advice covers daylight use of draperies, closing dampers and unused rooms, maintaining humidity with a humidifier, and lowering the thermostat five to ten degrees. An example notes ten degree night drop saves about seven percent, with a recommendation to dress warmly instead of cranking heat.