Summer is in full swing and we all could use some tips to help us stay cooler. Here are some Low-Tech Tweaks for your house that won’t cost a fortune to do!
- Change your window coverings – The U.S. Department of Energy says blinds (horizontal and vertical), can reduce summer heat gain by up to 45 percent. Drapery color can also have a big effect – “medium-colored draperies with white plastic backing can reduce heat gain by 33 percent.”
- Close your blinds – Closing your blinds against the midday sun will keep your home’s interior cool and your A/C bills down.
