It could be quite tricky to stay warm during the winter months without incurring high electric or gas bills. Fortunately, there are easy methods to help you stay warm and cozy at home without increasing your utility bill. 

Here are 5 simple ways to help stay warm on a budget during the harsh winter days.

Dress in Layers

Keeping warm at home during the cold winter months starts with what you wear indoors, and not just for the outside. Wear comfortable, layered including socks, sweater, flannel pants, jacket, and gloves to insulate your body and help you regulate your body temperature. 

Get Moving

While it’s tempting to become less active and sleep more during the cold, moving around and undertaking chores indoors could help you keep warm. You could clean the house, stretch, dance, tackle a home repair, or cook.

Cook With Oven and Stove 

Use the oven and stove often to add heat to your home during the colder months. Both generate heat in your kitchen that could keep you warm while you cook. You could even leave your oven open after baking to allow the hot air to escape and add some warmth to the room. However, make sure the oven is out of reach of children and pets.

Opt for Hot Meals

In addition to warming up your home, you can also warm yourself from the inside by opting for hot meals and beverages. A warm cup of soup, coffee, cider, tea, or cocoa will do you a lot of good on cold days. While the fluid warms up your gut, wrapping your palms around the hot mug will also help you heat up your cold hands.

Check the Roof and Chimney

Check your roof for any loose or missing shingles, and replace or repair as needed. This will keep cold air out of your home. Similarly, have a professional clean out your chimney this fall, to make your chimney more efficient, and prevent a potential fire outbreak due to creosote build-up. 

Don’t forget to keep your feet warm by donning a pair of ultra-warm wool stocks indoors; install heavy draperies; and use rugs on bedroom floors during winter.