The weather can get pretty wicked around here in eastern Massachusetts. Remember “Snowmageddon” – the winter of 2014-15 when record-breaking snowfall (over 100 inches) piled up, and the last large snow pile didn’t melt until mid-July 2015?
“I’m staying indoors!”
No matter how many inches (or feet) of snow fall this winter, the truth is, many folks don’t like to go outside and brave the elements in January (or February or March) if they don’t have to. Indoors is the place to be – and whether it’s working from home, settling down with a good book, or binging the latest streaming series, spending more time inside the house can mean using more energy … and spending more money!
Winter is a peak energy period.
Homes use significantly more energy in winter primarily for heating, with heating often consuming 40-60% of total winter energy, a massive jump from other seasons where cooling (if any) and other uses dominate. Cold weather forces systems to work harder, increasing usage for space heating, water heating, lighting (due to shorter days), and other appliances, making winter a peak energy period.
South Shore Heating & Cooling can help!
South Shore Heating & Cooling’s website is filled with easy cold weather conservation tips you can use right now. We also offer FREE conservation consultations as well as home energy audits to put you on the path to your energy conservation journey.
Here are 3 quick ways to keep your energy usage down this winter:
- Turn electronics off when you’re not using them. If electronics need to be on constantly, set them to low-power mode when you’re not using them.
- Unplug devices when you’re away from home, especially when leaving for multiple days.
- Plug small electronics into surge protectors or smart plugs to easily turn them off and on.
The “inside scoop”:
If you want to stay inside this winter, just make sure you stay energy efficient. For further advice, simply contact us!
