Maximize Efficiency to Minimize Your Gas Bill in Ohio

More efficient heating systems, combined with better draft proofing and insulation, can result in less air penetration, which, in turn, leads to excess humidity in the house. 

Heavy concentration on the inside of windows and dampness or mould growth on walls or ceilings is indications of too much moisture. If not corrected, severe structural damage will sooner or later occur; luckily, indoor compression problems can be solved. Most of the indoor humidity arises from regular household activities such as showering and cooking, your first step should be to reduce the amount of moisture from these sources. You can do this by using lids on pots when cooking, keeping showers short, and ensuring that your dryer vents to the outside. Even better, fit exhaust fans in the bathroom and kitchen vented directly to the outside. You should also check the humidifier setting on your furnace if it is equipped with one. In reality, it is often not necessary to have a humidifier in an airtight house. Finally, as a last resort, you should talk to a contractor about installing a heat recovery ventilator that will increase your home’s ventilation and decrease humidity without wasting energy. 

In times of increasing prices, it is important to use natural gas as efficiently as possible to help save money. Is your home energy efficient? Pursue these steps to find out: 

? Make certain your furnace and water heater are prepared for winter and have them inspected by an experienced technician. 

? Insert insulation, caulk and weather-stripping to decrease heat loss. 

? Think about a programmable thermostat that can help you reduce your natural gas consumption and lower your monthly bill. 

Condensing gas furnaces are the most energy-efficient furnaces available, with recurring efficiencies between 90 and 97 percent. Most have burners similar to conventional furnaces, with draft supplied by an induced draft fan.