Keeping the house warm during the intense cold is a challenge for many Portuguese people who don’t want to see their electricity or gas bills skyrocket. Creating a comfortable environment without wasting energy is possible with small changes to insulation and daily habits.
According to the website specializing in energy consumption and efficiency, Cinergia, these changes can significantly reduce consumption and improve the thermal comfort of the home.
Reinforce insulation and sealing
Doors and windows that don’t close properly are one of the main causes of heat lost inside the home. Applying rubber seals or caulking can make a big difference, helping to keep warm air inside. Thick curtains or blinds act as a natural barrier, retaining heat at night and letting sunlight warm spaces during the day.
Smart heating and consumption management
Having a heating system alone is not enough. It’s important to use it wisely. Programmable thermostats allow you to adjust the temperature of each room depending on occupancy, avoiding wasting energy unnecessarily.
Increasing the home’s temperature by just one degree can cause your bill to skyrocket, warns the same source. Concentrating heating only on the spaces in use is a practical way to save without giving up comfort.
Take advantage of natural heat and distribute hot air
Opening the blinds during the day lets in the sun’s energy, naturally warming the house, while closing them at night helps keep the heat inside.
Ceiling or portable fans can spread hot air more evenly, avoiding cold zones in different rooms. It is also important that radiators are free from furniture or curtains that block air circulation.
Simple habits that warm you up
Rugs, blankets and appropriate clothing help keep the body warm without having to increase the temperature of the entire house. Cooking or taking a hot shower also temporarily warms the environment, simple but effective measures, according to the same source.
Equipment maintenance
Boilers, heat pumps and electrical systems need regular maintenance to work properly. Well-maintained equipment consumes less energy, lasts longer and helps avoid bill surprises. Small routine actions can result in important savings throughout the winter, concludes the source.
By following these strategies, you can keep your home warm comfortably and efficiently. A balance between good insulation, intelligent heating and simple habits guarantees comfort without wasting energy, according to the site’s experts.
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