Why are heating costs rising this winter?
Heating costs are expected to rise this winter due to higher fuel prices, increased delivery charges, and colder seasonal demand — especially in older Northeast homes that lose heat through attics, air leaks, and poorly insulated spaces.
The good news: while homeowners can’t control energy prices, they can control how much heat their home wastes.
Heating Costs Are Going Up — And Homeowners Are Feeling It
If it feels like your heating bill keeps climbing every winter, you’re not imagining it.
Recent national energy outlooks project winter heating costs increasing by roughly 9%, with Northeast homeowners often hit harder than the national average. And for many families, the frustration isn’t just the cost — it’s the feeling that no matter how much heat you use, your home never feels comfortable.
We hear it all the time:
“The upstairs is freezing.”
“The heat runs nonstop.”
“We’re paying more, but nothing feels different.”
That’s not a thermostat problem, that’s a heat-loss problem.
Why Northeast Homes Are Hit Harder Than Most
Homes in New Jersey, Westchester County, and the surrounding Hudson Valley face a perfect storm in winter:
Older construction
Under-insulated attics
Gaps and air leaks hidden behind walls
Drafty crawl spaces and rim joists
Long heating seasons with sustained cold
When heat escapes your home, your heating system works harder just to keep up — and every escaped degree shows up on your utility bill.
Turning the Thermostat Down Isn’t the Real Fix
Many homeowners try to fight rising costs by:
Lowering the thermostat
Running space heaters
Closing off rooms
Wearing extra layers indoors
While those steps may help a little, they don’t address the root problem.
If your home is leaking heat, you’re still paying to warm the outdoors.
That’s why so many homeowners see higher bills even when they haven’t changed their heating habits.
Where Homes Actually Lose Heat in Winter
Most heat loss happens in places you rarely see:
Attics with thin, uneven, or outdated insulation
Air leaks around wiring, plumbing, chimneys, and attic access points
Rim joists and crawl spaces that allow cold air infiltration
Poorly installed insulation that leaves gaps and exposed framing
This is why one room can feel comfortable while another feels unbearable — the heat simply isn’t staying where it belongs.
Contact Our Insulation Experts
How Weatherization Helps Offset Rising Heating Costs
Weatherization focuses on keeping the heat you already pay for inside your home.
At Metro NY Insulation, that typically means:
Air Sealing
Stopping drafts and sealing hidden gaps that allow cold air in and warm air out.
Attic Insulation Upgrades
The attic is often the largest source of heat loss. Proper insulation creates a thermal barrier that stabilizes indoor temperatures.
Spray Foam or Cellulose Insulation
The right insulation choice depends on your home’s structure, age, and problem areas — but both options dramatically improve comfort and efficiency when installed correctly.
When heat stays inside:
Rooms feel more consistent
Heating systems run less
Energy waste drops
Bills become more predictable
Incentives That Can Help Lower Upgrade Costs
Many homeowners are surprised to learn that energy efficiency improvements may qualify for incentives.
New York homeowners may be eligible for NYSERDA programs that help reduce the cost of insulation and weatherization upgrades.
New Jersey homeowners can still benefit from long-term energy savings through efficiency improvements.
We help guide homeowners through the process and handle the paperwork whenever possible — so it doesn’t feel overwhelming.
Home Heating FAQ's
Don’t Let Another Winter Drain Your Budget
If your home feels cold, drafty, or uneven in winter — and your heating bills keep climbing — your home may be telling you something.
You don’t need to guess.
You don’t need to wait.
And you don’t need to suffer through another uncomfortable season.
Schedule a professional insulation assessment and let us show you where your home is losing heat — and how to take control this winter.
Proudly serving homeowners since 2005
New Jersey: Bergen, Essex, Passaic, Hudson Counties
New York: Westchester, Rockland, Orange, Dutchess Counties
Call (845) 445-8255 for an assessment at your home or business.
Rising energy prices combined with heat loss in your home can increase bills even when usage stays the same.
Yes. Proper insulation and air sealing reduce heat loss, which lowers how often your heating system needs to run.
In most homes, the attic is the largest source of heat loss.
Absolutely. Older homes often see the biggest comfort and efficiency improvements.
Many programs exist, especially in New York. Eligibility depends on the home and upgrade type.
