The heat of summer means trips to the beach, great meat on the barbecue, and cold drinks with good friends. However the heat can also cause your home to quickly become uncomfortable, stuffy and could even damage your interiors. Getting smart with intelligent ways to keep your home cool not only means you and your family will stay comfortable and content, it could also see your energy bills drop and your usage become more efficient. Get Shaded You need to have shade on windows most exposed to the sun in order to stop sunlight coming in and instantly heating up rooms unnecessarily. Figure out which rooms need to be kept cool at which times of day and plan accordingly. Using Appliances You’d be amazed at how much appliances such as dishwashers and washing machines can generate. Try to ensure that you limit essential use of these to the evening or night time during particularly hot patches of weather. Use Ceiling Fans A breeze of approx. 2.5 ft per second can really help to cool a room down. Opt for a paddle fan mounted to the ceiling and you’ll find it’s far cheaper than having air conditioning on and works especially … Continue reading How To Keep Your Home Cool During Summer in 10 Simple Steps