With the summer season in full swing, temperatures are breaking records in regions throughout the country. Here in New York, the heat’s been no exception.
This article will discuss helpful tips for keeping your pets and young children cool at home this summer season.
Contents
- The Importance of Regular Residential HVAC Maintenance
- How to Keep Your Pets and Young Children Cool at Home
- Working with Xtraire as Your Trusted Residential HVAC Partner
The Importance of Regular Residential HVAC Maintenance
According to the U.S. Department of Energy, HVAC costs account for approximately 50 percent of home energy bills each year. With record high temperatures this year, it’s important to understand how you can keep your pets and young children cool at home this summer season while also ensuring all residential HVAC equipment is running as efficiently as possible.
How to Keep Your Pets and Young Children Cool at Home
Arrange for Regular Residential HVAC Maintenance
A residential HVAC maintenance appointment will provide your air conditioner a much-needed performance break. In preparation of your next maintenance appointment, seal the crevices around windows and doors to prevent hot air from leaking into your home. During the day, close your blinds or shades to keep the sun out of your house and prevent your air conditioner from working overtime to keep the space cool.
Clean Dirty Air Filters, Ducts, and Fans
Clean the filter in your air conditioner at least once every three months—a simple approach to boosting the performance of your unit while also conserving electricity. Also, ensure an appropriate number of fans have been installed in your home and that your air ducts are sufficiently clean.
Open Windows and Shut Off Unnecessary Appliances
Consider opening windows and using screens to let the breeze in if your home gets cool in the evenings. In the morning, re-seal the house. Also, turn off and unplug any extra items that generate heat and cause your home to heat up, including TV, computers, laptops, and lights.
Working with Xtraire as Your Trusted Residential HVAC Partner
To ensure you keep your pets and young children cool at home, make an appointment with a professional to examine the performance of your equipment on a regular basis. If it’s time to replace your outdated cooling unit with a new energy-efficient model, an HVAC professional will be able to let you know before you run into more complex HVAC related issues. Contact the Xtraire team today to learn more!