As we welcome the heat this August, many of us will be retreating to the cool spaces of our homes, for as much as we can’t wait for the summer to arrive during the cold winter months, when it finally does, we can’t handle the heat as well as we thought we could. As a result, we end up relying on our air conditioners to give us the reprieve we need from record-breaking temperatures, oppressive humidity levels, and the poor quality of our air.
The temptation to crank the A/C as high as it can go until you’ve made your house or apartment into an igloo is hard to ignore. But you know you can’t do it. Anyone who has caved under the pressure has regretted it as soon as they receive their hydro bill in the mail. There’s only so much an energy efficient machine can help save on your utility costs if you’ve got your appliance set too low for too long.
We know how hard it can be to get slapped with a surprisingly high bill, which is why we want to remind you about how you can keep cool without relying on your A/C too much. Your choice of blinds, shades, and shutters can help insulate your home, so you don’t have to use this particular appliance as much as you have in the past.
We have a huge selection of window treatments that can regulate the temperature of your home, including honeycomb shades with the industry’s highest efficiency rating. First and foremost, when drawn, they’ll block out the sun from entering your home. But these shades come with their patented honeycomb shaped cells which trap the air heated by the sun before it gets to your rooms. They also work to keep the cold air away from your living spaces during the winter.
Once our installation experts have properly mounted your choice in treatments, we also recommend undertaking on a few home maintenance tasks this summer to ensure the efficiency of your windows. Take the time to inspect your windows and confirm that their weather stripping is still intact. You can purchase caulking at your local hardware store to seal any gaps that may be present. By filling these cracks, you can cut down on the number of draughts allowing hot air into your house. When you aren’t constantly trying to accommodate for subtle temperature fluctuations because of these holes, you can keep your A/C settings where you want them to be.
Though simple, these tips can go a long way to saving you money on your next bill. To learn more about our energy saving options, pick up the phone. One of our helpful representatives will help you schedule an in-home consultation, during which we can explain the unique advantages of our honeycomb shades. Once we find a treatment that fits with your windows and your décor, you can expect to run a more efficient household. Best of all, you’ll be able to keep your home cool despite the rising temperatures without having to rely on your A/C!