{"id":3262,"date":"2023-08-22T07:14:14","date_gmt":"2023-08-22T07:14:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/staging.bestworkz.com\/eewindows\/?p=3262"},"modified":"2023-11-29T09:41:38","modified_gmt":"2023-11-29T09:41:38","slug":"keeping-your-home-warm-this-winter-the-goes-no-goes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/trdemo.com.au\/eewindows\/keeping-your-home-warm-this-winter-the-goes-no-goes\/","title":{"rendered":"Keeping Your Home Warm This Winter – The Goes & No-Goes"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

It\u2019s getting cold outside! You know what that means. It\u2019s time to rug up, get cozy and try to stay warm<\/a>. Needless to say, most Aussies don\u2019t fare too well in the cold, so we often spend a lot of money to keep warm. But, excessive home heating may make you gulp when the power bill comes.  <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

 At EE Windows, we\u2019re passionate about energy efficiency and saving you money in the long run. Home heating energy costs can sneak up on you and accumulate over the year. Winter is an energy chewer as Australians try to acclimatise to the unfamiliar feeling of being cold. Below are our do\u2019s and don\u2019ts of keeping warm in winter. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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GET SOME ENERGY EFFICIENT WINDOWS<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Bad windows are particularly guilty of leaking hot air during winter. Energy-efficient windows are a great way to improve your thermal efficiency without launching a full insulation operation. It can be a much faster fix to get done before the cold season than re-doing your wall, ceiling or floor insulation. Double glazed<\/strong><\/a>, timber or uPVC windows and doors<\/strong><\/a> are fantastic ways to keep your electricity bill down during winter because they provide insulation levels that other windows simply cannot. These windows have value all year round<\/a>, keeping cool air in during summer and out in winter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ACCESSORISE YOUR NEW WINDOWS WITH CURTAINS <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Without energy-efficient windows, around 40% of your home\u2019s heat <\/a>can be lost through windows. Double or triple-pane windows significantly reduce how much heat escapes through your window. If you want to improve that yet again, seal the heat into your home with curtains. These simple window fittings help regulate internal temperatures. Pulling the drapes closed creates another barrier to keep heat in. Just note that keeping your curtains shut all day can make your home colder. You\u2019ll want to open your windows when the sun is bright and close them when natural daylight is limited. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

SEEK DRAFTS EARLY <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Those first cool breezes of autumn are the perfect time to go on a draft hunt. Track down any drafts in your home and seal them up. A trip to the hardware shop can equip you with most of the tools you need to tackle the job. Just do your homework first, or hire a handyperson. Some simple to apply items that can make a huge difference are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n