Take Some Tips to Lower Heating Bill

To start, the U.S. Department of Energy has a do-it-yourself energy audit on its website, or you can call a contractor for a professional audit.

Homeowners should start with smaller tweaks to their home before making big-ticket purchases.

What matters most is keeping the warm air in and the cold air out. There are a number of measures you can take to accomplish those goals, from inexpensive, do-it-yourself repairs to more pricey renovations that require hiring a contractor. Read all about it on our sister site, Living on the Cheap.