Myth or Fact: Does Closing Vents Lower Heating Costs?

Avoid heating unused rooms to save money and energy.

Closing heat vents in unused rooms is one of the techniques you can employ to reduce your home's heating cost and energy consumption. You can save money and do your part to reduce energy consumption at the same time.

Closing Vents

Closing the vents in rooms that you do not often occupy allows more warm air from the furnace to enter rooms that you do heat. This reduces energy consumption and the cost of running the furnace because it is easier for the furnace to keep a smaller area warm.

Greater Benefit

The more completely sealed the unheated rooms in your home, the greater your savings will be. Keep the doors to the unheated rooms closed, or hang draperies or blankets between them if they have no door.

Other Tips

There are many other simple changes you can make that will save you money on your heating bill. For instance, avoid leaving kitchen and exhaust fans running as they remove heated air that has to be replaced with cold air from outside. You can also be sure to open your blinds and curtains during the day to allow as much sunlight in as possible. Check the resources to find out more about how to save.

References

• Business Know How: Slash Your Heating Costs