How to Get Cool Without Air Conditioning

Whether you live somewhere central air conditioning isn’t available, you don’t want to increase your utility bill or your AC is broken and it’ll be a few days before a replacement comes in, some people look for ways to stay cool without air conditioning. If you need ac services in Ogden, IL, hvac companies like Castle Home Comfort Heating & Cooling can help you. 

Many people assume it’s not possible to stay cool during the summer heat without AC, but there are a few innovative ways in which homeowners manage to do just that. Here are a few of them that you can use in your own home.

Shut Your Doors

Since you probably don’t leave your front door wide open on a daily basis, you don’t have to worry about that one. However, if there are rooms in your house that go unused, shut the doors. You don’t lose as much cool air when the house is closed up. By shutting bathroom doors, you can enjoy a much cooler house all summer long.

Shut the Blinds

It’s that simple. When you keep the blinds closed, you keep your house cooler and darker. The sun doesn’t have as much opportunity to penetrate your windows and heat the air in your home. If you want to keep cool this summer, just keep the blinds closed.

Turn on the Fans

When you take a few minutes to set your ceiling fans so they turn counter-clockwise, you will keep your home cooler. You will feel cooler thanks to the fact that your fans are creating an effect that’s much like a wind-chill. It feels cool and enjoyable, and you’ll stay much more comfortable.

Cool Yourself Off

Don’t worry about the house; worry about the person that’s too hot. Use ice packs or cool wash cloths on your neck. Take a cool shower. Wear cool clothing. Keeping yourself cool by sipping an icy beverage will also help. When you take the time to cool yourself, the rest of the house doesn’t matter.

Do Not Use the Oven

Instead, head outside and use the grill. The more your oven is on, the hotter your house will get. Instead of using the oven, keep it turned off and you’ll notice your house is far cooler and much more enjoyable as far as temperature is concerned. And being outside will give you a fresh breeze that’s far more comfortable than a warm and closed-off house.

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