The first signs of fall are finally here: crunchy leaves underfoot, crisp mornings and maybe even the first few flecks of snow. As we transition into cozy mode, it might also be time to refresh and reset your home before true winter heating needs arrive. The NHSaves® utility partners are here to provide simple energy-saving upgrades, rebates and home efficiency tips for all your in-between season needs.
New Season Refresh Routines
Utilizing air conditioning or opening windows all summer long can cover up energy issues that have been silently affecting your home’s efficiency. Air leaks, dirty filters, overworked equipment and ineffective thermostat settings are some of the most common problems that emerge come fall.
Cooling season and shoulder-season temperatures, paired with historic New Hampshire homes that may be prone to drafts, can lead to variable indoor comfort levels. In proper fall fashion, a stray hot day is never completely unexpected either, and these fluctuating temperatures indoors and outdoors can lead to unpredictable energy use.
For homeowners looking to manage their energy bills year-round, autumn serves as an ideal time to make small changes that will improve your at-home comfort through each season while saving energy, no matter what the forecast holds.
Five Quick Tips for Improved Home Efficiency
- Check for drafts and air leaks: Winter’s chill can make leaks around doors, windows and attic access points more noticeable. Sealing those trouble spots now can help keep warm air indoors and reduce strain on your heating system later.
- Refresh your thermostat settings: If you use a smart thermostat, fall is a good time to update schedules for cooler weather and changing routines. Small adjustments can help reduce unnecessary heating or cooling when your kids are at school, family is asleep or no one is home.
- Replace or clean air filters: Dirty HVAC filters can restrict airflow and make your system work harder than it needs to. A quick filter check can support better system performance, comfort and indoor air quality.
- Schedule seasonal equipment maintenance: Autumn is an ideal time to have your heating and cooling systems checked before the truly cold weather arrives. Preventive maintenance can help catch issues early and keep equipment running efficiently throughout every season.
- Explore quick-purchase efficiency upgrades: Swapping in products like smart thermostats, low-flow showerheads and other lower-cost home solutions is an easy way to boost your home efficiency. The NHSaves Online Marketplace can help you compare options and identify products that may qualify for additional savings.
Where the NHSaves Utility Partners Can Support Granite Staters
The simple tune-up steps that you make now can be a great entry point to bigger savings over time. If you’re ready for that next step, the NHSaves utility partners have programs and opportunities available to help support your home energy efficiency goals.
- The NHSaves Online Marketplace serves as a one-stop shop for quick efficiency wins on qualifying products.
- Through Home Energy Performance, you may qualify for a no-cost home energy audit, resulting in unique recommendations that are tailored to your home’s specific needs, paired with financing options.
- Incentives of up to $6,000 are available for weatherization upgrades, supporting customers with insulation and air sealing projects.
- Explore energy-efficient heating and cooling equipment, with specific incentives available to make the switch more affordable.
With stick season at our doorstep, now is the time to set your home up for success. When temperatures start to drop, watch as your comfort improves and energy use lowers with available resources, rebates and solutions from the NHSaves utility partners. A few quick fixes this autumn can help you feel more comfortable at home and ready for whatever New Hampshire weather comes next.