Keeping Your Home Cool During Summer
As the temperatures continue to rise, it's essential to take measures to keep the heat at bay inside our homes. Beyond air conditioners, there are simple, affordable techniques to control the temperature during this time of year. Here are some of our recommendations:
1. Air the House First Thing in the Morning
Ventilating the home is crucial not only for the quality of the indoor air (avoiding bad odors, humidity, etc.), but also for keeping the house cool. The best time to do it is in the morning when temperatures are lower. However, you can also do it at night when the temperature drops.
2. Block the Sun Out
During the hotter hours, it's recommended to close the windows and curtains or blinds. This prevents the hot air from outside from raising the temperature inside the house.
Although it may be tempting to let all the natural sunlight enter your house, try to only open the blinds or curtains in the areas where you need it. Taking this measure in areas that face the sun during the day will help decrease the temperature. It's also quite useful to place thermal insulating curtains to avoid the passage of heat.
3. Install an Awning
Another effective way of blocking the sun is by using an awning. This can provide shade and prevent direct sunlight from entering your home, thereby reducing the indoor temperature.