When rain began to fall on our house yesterday, I actually got a chill. The house cooled off and the air conditioner actually took a SHORT rest. Tomorrow… the heat will return.
So, what will you do to keep your house cool? We cover our front door with a black sheet, keep the blinder closed and curtains drawn, and try to avoid using the oven. We also have ceiling fans running as well as a box fan.
Here are some ideas from our Facebook friends:
My mom taught me to close all windows…anyone that entered the house always thought we had A/C…nope not at all!!!
~Chuck S
?5 ceiling fans and a box fan in the sun room on the back of the house that get full afternoon sun. We also haven’t opened a blind in weeks. Our neighbors must think we’re hermits. The fans haven’t turned off in almost 2 months. This heat has been brutal.
~Myra Kay H
Double glass windows and ceramic floors. They do a hot flash good.
~Deborah R
Ceiling fans in the den & our bedroom. I”m waiting on the maintenance guy to put them up in the girls rooms. I think we paid $21.99 for them @ Lowe’s.
~Kathleen G
I do know someone that turns a sprinkler on…..on his roof. Says it helps. When taking hot showers..keep door closed and fan on even after you exit the bathroom. Remember that all electronics produce heat….not just lights and t.v….computers and game systems should be limited during hottest part of day or at least don’t leave it on and unattended like my kids have done. Oh and save drying your clothes for late evening.
~Penny M
Our ceiling fans are on max!! I also close blinds UP, put up child gates instead of closed doors to help with circulation.
~Elaine S
Window tint!!
~Crystal R
I buy the beach mats at Wal-mart for $1.50. Put little hooks up in each window and hang the mats for instant darkening/cooling.
~Bobbie B
If you live in an old house, like I do, doors can be a big source of air leaks. If possible, replace aged or compromised weather striping around doors. If not possible, put old towels or blankets down to block the flow of air under outside doors.
~Heather W
Harry Duncan says
We tried ceiling fans which worked to some extent, but had the most success with window tint from http://www.SnapTint.com We have an older house and the cooling system never could keep pace with our large south facing windows. After installing the window tint kit our AC was able to keep pace and keep the house comfortable.