Summer heat in Washington

Most Washingtonians can agree that the summertime is one of the best season in the greater Seattle area. Blue skies and lots of sunshine, does it get better than that? 

Most of us are excited for some warm weather after a long stretch of chilly days, but the higher temps bring the struggle of keeping your home cool. The heat can provoke those restless nights where it feels impossible to get comfortable. We know that can be miserable!

The most effective way to cool your home

For best results, we recommend having a cooling system installed in your home. There are different options to choose from, so you can find a system to suit your needs. Whether that’s an energy efficient air conditioning unit, mini-split system or a heat pump. 

Depending on how your home’s HVAC system is set up, this can help determine the cooling system that’s right for your home. If you have a forced air system then an AC unit might be the best option for you. If your system is electric then a mini-split may be the way to go!

No matter the option you go with, your home will be cooler when you need it most. Plus, getting a cooling system installed is much more energy efficient than just a plain window AC. You’ll save more on energy bills, the system will last longer and you can count on cool air all throughout your home.

Home remedies to cool your home

 

If installing a cooling system isn’t the right option for you at this time; try out some of these cost effective ways to help reduce the heat in your home.

• • Close blinds, shades and curtains
    • This can help block out direct sunlight from heating up certain rooms.
  • Close doors
    • Keeping doors closed can help retain the colder air for a longer amount of time.
  • Try to avoid cooking at the hottest part of the day
    • The kitchen can create and retain a lot of heat. Maybe try a BBQ or takeout on those super hot days!
  • Point a box fan out your window
    • To help circulate hot air and push it outside.
  • Turn on kitchen and bathroom fans
    • These fans are helpful in drawing out heat from nearby rooms.
  • Do laundry and ironing at certain time of day
    • Dryers and irons put off a lot of heat. Try to get these tasks done during the cooler hours of the day, so you aren’t contributing to the heat within your home.
  • Open windows at both ends of the house
    • This helps with cross-ventilation. Keeping windows open at both ends of your home can promote the air to move freely throughout your home.

Reliable HVAC professional 

We recognize that people spend a lot of time in their homes and that’s why home comfort is so important. Washington Energy is proud to improve homes everyday and we are here to make sure you’re taken care of when you need it the most. 

We value every customer and take pride in the work we do. Not only can you rely on our HVAC professionals to do the job right, but our large Customer Care team is always just a phone call away to answer all your questions. You can count on us to take care of you and your home every step of the way.