5 Ways to Improve Indoor Comfort Levels
This post was last updated on January 16th, 2024
Regardless of where you live or season it is, houses can heat unevenly, resulting in rooms that are too cold or too warm. Fortunately, there are plenty of things you can do to improve your indoor comfort regardless of the time of year.
1. Check for Air Leaks
No matter how good your HVAC system is, your home won’t heat or cool efficiently if the there are leaks. Check around doors and windows to make sure there are no cracks that need sealing. Other spots that often have air leaks include chimneys, the foundation, and any place pipes or wires exit. Even a rolled-up towel under a drafty door can help.
2. Install Ceiling Fans
A ceiling fan is useful year-round. When the temperatures dip, reverse the direction the blades turn; most fans have a switch for this. Because heat rises, your ceiling fan will distribute the warm air from the ceiling throughout the entire room. Be sure to choose an appropriate size ceiling fan for the room. For example, the average family room needs a fan with at least a 52-inch blade span.
3. Check Humidity Levels
Your home’s air humidity plays a large part in the level of comfort in your home. Because winter air tends to be dry, you could experience itchy skin, dry nasal passages, and more frequent colds. Also, when humidity drops, you might feel colder even when the thermostat is set at the right temperature. Consider adding a humidifier to your HVAC system.
4. Change Dirty Filters
If your HVAC system doesn’t seem to be heating or cooling your home as it should, the first thing to check is the filter. You should change it every three months or more often if you have pets or suffer from asthma or allergies.
5. Consider a Zoned HVAC System
Most homeowners have rooms they use infrequently. Others battle over the thermostat regularly — someone is always too warm or too cold. The old-fashioned solution is to close off vents in rooms that need less heat, but because your HVAC system is calibrated for your whole house, this could affect its ability to warm or cool the rest of it. A better solution is to install a zoned HVAC system.
There are different methods for multi-zone temperature control, such as ductless mini-splits or smart vents. These allow you to customize a room’s temperature as needed and save money by only heating or cooling rooms that need it. They can save on summer and winter bills, too.
There’s a lot you can do to keep your home at a comfortable temperature throughout the year. Some jobs you can do on your own; for others, you need to call an HVAC professional who can help you design the most efficient system for your needs. With these tips, you can make this year more comfortable than ever.
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