When you think about the ‘Dog Days of Summer’ in Hillsborough, chances are that you might find yourself daydreaming about a perfectly chilled home to arrive to when you walk in the door from work. Of course for some homeowners, the unfortunate reality is that they arrive home with a broken air conditioner and now require an AC repair. So what can you do to get through those seemingly never-ending, sweltering days without maxing out your air conditioner?
- Lessen your use of appliances that create heat. Of course you can’t completely quit using your oven and stove, but being mindful of their uses can help more than you would think. Avoid using heat-generating appliances during the warmest parts of the day as your air conditioner will probably already be working hard to keep your home cool.
- Keep your blinds and shades closed. Windows can let in an enormous amount of heat if your window coverings aren’t used, and considering the temperatures in Hillsborough, your home can warm up awfully quickly. If you’re heading to work or are just away from your home for a few hours, make sure to keep your blinds and shades closed to keep any excess heat out.
- Utilize fans. While fans don’t actually change air temperature, they do circulate air and help keep your home feeling comfortable. However, make sure you turn fans off in rooms that aren’t being used since they don’t lower the air temperature.
Even as it may seem like the hottest days in Hillsborough are ahead, Fras-Air/General Service Experts is here to make sure that you can relax comfortably in your home. While AC repair can sometimes be tough to avoid, there are steps you can take to keep cool as summer slowly begins to wind-down. Give Fras-Air/General Service Experts a call at 908-448-2154 or set up an appointment online if you have any questions about your air conditioner or how you can keep comfortable in Hillsborough with the hot temperatures.