How To Improve A Cold House To Be Warmer In Autumn

Most homeowners don’t ask for too much. They just want a comforting place to relax at the end of the day, an abode they can raise their children in or make lovely family memories in. They also want it for relaxation and shelter, such as when the cold season approaches, your home should become a place of warmth and comfort. 

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But if you live in a drafty or poorly insulated house, autumn can feel more like a introduction to an endless winter that makes the house feel less pleasant to occupy. You may start dreading that walk to the shower in the morning knowing that even with a gown and slippers on, you’ll freeze before the heating warms up.

Thankfully, there are plenty of practical steps you can take to home remodeling for the purpose of warming your household, making it warmer and more comfortable as the weather begins to chill. However, you might worry that your efforts won’t be enough, or that you'll have to pour a lot of money into structural changes to make a difference. 

But don't worry – while some investments might be necessary, it’s entirely possible to create a toastier, more inviting home with manageable changes. In this post, we hope to help you with a few:

Insulate Those Key Areas First

Insulation is the best place to begin. You can start by considering the most vulnerable areas, such as your attic and walls. Even if you’re not ready for a full renovation, adding insulation in these areas can help reduce heat loss significantly and even save you money considering the heat you’ll retain in the building. You’ll also feel the difference almost immediately, and it will be much easier to heat your home efficiently and more quickly even if you like to keep it constrained to one room, such as by using your AC to warm the living space.

Seal Windows & Doors

You may have more openings than you think, especially in old houses. Drafty windows and doors are often the main annoyances worth paying attention to, and sealing these gaps with weatherstripping or caulk can make a noticeable change in how warm your home feels. You might also consider using heavy curtains or thermal blinds to keep the warmth in and the cold out. Draft excluders can be a good first step if you’re looking for an immediate change. Making sure doors fit their frames can also assist you. These small fixes don’t take much effort, but they can prevent a lot of heat from escaping.

Invest In Better Heating Solutions

Sometimes, your heating just isn’t up to scratch. If your heating system is outdated, it might be time to invest in a more efficient option. This doesn’t necessarily require overhauling your entire system and going for a brand new multi-room heating pump, sometimes, adding a smart thermostat or even a few well-placed space heaters in the rooms you use most can help you better manage your home’s warmth. Consider where you feel coldest and work from there. If you need to of course, you can replace all your radiators, but make sure you know it’s needed first.

With this advice, you’ll be sure to stay warmer even in a colder home.

This is a contributed post.

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