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As we enter theheight of winter, your home might feel colder than ever.

As a homeowner, its important to identify areas that may accelerate heat loss.

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Why Is Your Home So Cold?

you might purchase your own insulation kit at the home improvement store to stop drafts around doors and windows.

This can offer some natural warmth that you might be missing out on by keeping all your blinds closed.

Just remember to follow the product’s safety recommendations and never leave a space heater in a room unattended.

Strategically placed trees and shrubs act as natural barriers, blocking cold winds and retaining heat around your home.

In fact, theU.S.

Department of Energyexplains that carefully positioned trees can save approximately 25% of household energy.

This results inhigher energy billsand unnecessary strain on your HVAC system.

Regular maintenance on your homes heating systems can help ensure they operate properly and efficiently.