THE winter doesn’t have too expensive as a simple vent trick can help improve the heating of your home.
Winter weather is here and it’s only going to get colder, meaning your heater is going to be working extra.
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Contractor and carpenter Ken Long shares simple DIY tipsCredit: TikTok / ken.c.long
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This quick fix can help keep your home warmerCredit: TikTok / ken.c.long
Ken Long is a contractor and carpenter who shares DIY tips on how to fix a common problem that could be running up your energy bill.
Through his TikTok known as Ken.C.Long, he shared a video explaining what to check for in rooms that are still cold after you’ve turned the heater on.
First, you’ll want to remove the cover from the vent. There may be sharp edges, so make sure you use caution.
Reach into the vent and see if the damper is closed.
If it’s closed, simply push it so the disc turns to let air through the vent.
It’s possible dust and hair accumulated in the vent while it was closed, so Ken suggests vacuuming it out before turning on the air or heater.
More home heating hacks
High energy bills can ruin the holiday season.
Luckily, people all over the internet are sharing their favorite hacks for staying warm and toasty inside.
TikToker ThatPropertyGuy shared some easy tips you can do yourself to make your home a little cozier.
He suggested using reflective foil behind radiators to push heat back into the room.
You can use aluminum foil from your kitchen if you don’t want to head to the hardware store.
If you have furniture blocking a radiator it’s best to move it.
Bulky things like couches will absorb that heat rather than letting it spread throughout the room.
Desks or tables over radiators will trap the heat underneath so it won’t spread to the rest of the room.
You should also consider getting rugs to keep your feet warm while you walk from room to room.
See how another homeowner fixed draughty doors without a trip to the hardware store.
Plus, find out if you’re eligible to save $6,000 annually by switching your heating source.
