haitiandev OP t1_j5hjyak wrote on January 23, 2023 at 1:22 AM

Reply to comment by ipalush89 in Monthly Electricity Bill Is Killing Me by haitiandev

u/ipalush89 thank you for your input. Pellets stove were suggested to me as an option as well. I have to mention that the lower level of the house has a fireplace that I never used.

When I was discussing about the pellet stove with other relatives, it was suggested as a good option because the lower level of the house is an open place which will facilitate the distribution of heat at that level.

Illustrious-Mix9904 t1_j5hpeke wrote on January 23, 2023 at 2:00 AM

If you are not using the fireplace, seal it! It makes such a big difference with drafts. Borrow a temp sensor from your public library and check for cold spots. You are most certainly losing heat somewhere. Good luck and hope everything goes well!

haitiandev OP t1_j5hq8e7 wrote on January 23, 2023 at 2:06 AM

That is great input. The fireplace is not sealed. I recently brought a thermometer that is a temp sensor option. That is something I can start with for sure. Thank you for your input.

Illustrious-Mix9904 t1_j5hsqe5 wrote on January 23, 2023 at 2:24 AM

Get some insulation board and tighly seal it. It is an easy DIY project. Check around windows and doors and make sure you get some of the trim that goes around the doors and windows to let them close completely.

Our home is new and has blown in insulation, but the unused fireplace was causing at least a 20 degree temp difference despite the damper being closed.