How to Save This Winter on Natural Gas Heating Costs.

Natural gas is one of the most efficient ways to heat your house. More than 48% of American houses get their primary heat from natural gas.

Tips for reducing your home’s winter natural gas heating expenses.

Here are some tips for reducing your home’s winter natural gas heating expense. These cost-saving strategies can all add up to significant natural gas bill savings.

• Inspect your window seals. Leaky windows are responsible for a 10 to 25 percent of your total heating costs, according to Energy.gov.
• Humidity in homes is a problem, particularly in colder climates. Your skin loses moisture due to the dry winter air, which makes you feel colder. To maintain a humidity range of 30 to 50% in your house, use a humidifier rather than turning on the thermostat. When there is some humidity in the air, you will feel warmer.
• An attic tent insulates the attic access door from the rest of the house. This will ensure that warm air isn’t escaping into your attic.
• Feel chilly? Rather than going for the thermostat, put on a sweatshirt. When you are cold, there’s no need to turn on the heat throughout the house. Wear socks or slippers around the house and wrap up in a sweater to keep your core warm.
• An insulated natural gas water heater will operate more efficiently. This is particularly crucial if your water heater is housed in an uninsulated area like your basement, garage, or other space. You can purchase a water heater blanket online or at most local hardware stores. Regular water heater maintenance can keep your water heater operating at peak efficiency.