Utah generally has mild weather during the colder times of the year, but that doesn’t mean there’s not a chill in the air. And if you want to warm up your home without sending your energy bills through the roof, it can be hard to find a solution. There are a number of things you can do to warm your home without breaking your bank every month and Sandy, UT replacement windows might be the right solution for you. Here are several other options as well:
Insulate The Attic
Insulation is a great line of defense against a cold house, especially if you have an older home that wasn’t built with the best efficiency practices like we have today. Figure out what type of insulation your home has and how much. That can tell you if you need more to keep things warm in the colder months.
Add Rugs
If you have hardwood flooring or another hard type of floor, a lot of heat could be lost through the flooring. No one likes walking around on a cold floor when it’s already cold so place a few warm rugs around the house to take some of the chill out and add heat to the home.
Install A Programmable Thermostat
One inexpensive way to get things to even out and warm up is to put in a thermostat that controls the heat differently during various parts of the day. You can set the temperature to a lot cooler when you are away from home at work or on weekends and just warm things up while you are home. This will save you on bills without depleting your warm air.
Use Warm Items
When you’re chilled in the cooler temperatures, try baking something in the oven and then stand by the open door once you are done and the oven is cooling back down. You can also leave the bathroom door open after a warm shower to let that warm air come into your home. Or, start a fire in the fireplace or cover yourself with a heated blanket. These things can help you forget about the chill in the air.
Get Replacement Windows 
If you really want to warm your home up, replacement windows could be the key to your success. New windows won’t only keep you warmer in the winter, but also cooler in the summer. They’ll protect your home from break-ins, lower your utility bills, increase your home value, and give your house a fresh, new look. There aren’t many ways you can warm your home that will do that much more for you at the same time.
If you’re ready for Sandy, UT replacement windows, contact the professionals at HomeStar Windows & Doors for advice and a free consultation at (801) 770-6835. We can take a look at your windows and let you know if replacement windows are the right avenue. You can also stop by and see us in person at 12278 S Lone Peak Pkwy Ste 102 Draper, UT 84020.
