Winter is coming, and you know what that means! Holiday cheer, festive gatherings and, unfortunately, higher utility bills. The colder season makes us all crank up the heat in our homes and apartments. But with the need to buy holiday gifts (and the want to go out and celebrate the season), this isn’t a great […]The post 7 Budget-Friendly Ways to Keep Your Home Warm This Winter appeared first on Freshome.com.

Find out how to keep your home warm without spending any extra money this winter. Image: Anna DuvalWinter is coming, and you know what that means! Holiday cheer, festive gatherings and, unfortunately, higher utility bills. The colder season makes us all crank up the heat in our homes and apartments. But with the need to buy holiday gifts (and the want to go out and celebrate the season), this isn’t a great time of year to find your bills climbing. That’s why we’ve gathered seven ways to keep your home warm this winter that don’t include adjusting your thermostat, won’t cost a fortune and take just five minutes or less to implement.You’ve got options beyond  spiking your energy bill, sweating your home’s insulation or layering on sweater after sweater. With these tips, you can keep your home cozy and comfortable all winter long.Your window coverings are an extra layer of insulation you can use this winter. Image: Hege in FranceDraw the drapesDid you know you have a heat source you can tap into throughout the day th...