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The Ag Engineering Update

Barn Winterization: 7 Tips for Getting Your Barn Ready for Winter

There are many things you can do to reduce the amount of energy your facility uses this winter, while improving the indoor environment your workers and animals. This article address seven ways to winterize your barn this fall to save on fuel and energy cost this winter and improve indoor air quality.

  1. Fill of the Tank
  2. Check Heater Function
  3. Turn Back Variable Heaters
  4. Check Inlets
  5. Clean Your Fans
  6. Check Variable Fan Speed Setting
  7. Insulation

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