The summer heat in Georgia is no joke! As the peak of summer rolls around it is crucial to keep yourself and your home cool. Without proper cooling techniques, your home electricity bill will be through the roof and who wants that?! Living in Gwinnett County we have the luxury of having lake access to cool down but it isn’t always accessible or available! By following these simple, yet effective tips you and your home will be ready to brace for the summer heat in Gwinnett!
Indoors
Shading your home from the summer heat in Gwinnett can be an obstacle. Without lowering the A/C too much, it might be helpful to look into other cooling measures.
- Ensure your HVAC has been serviced recently to prevent any blockage that could cause your system to work harder.
- Try to keep your thermostat at a steady range of 69-71, this will assist in fluctuating temperatures outside of the home
- Think about investing in blackout curtains, they do an excellent job of deflecting the outside light and temperatures
- Swap out your bedding for some temperature-efficient sheets, cooling sheets do wonders!
Outdoors
Protecting your landscaping from the summer heat in Gwinnett is crucial to keeping a beautiful curb appeal! Try these tips to ensure your flowers are bloomed and your grass stays green!
- Regularly water the landscaping- grass, foliage, and bushes.
- Keep your lawn clear of obstructions, even the slightest shading or cover can quickly turn the grass brown!
- Limit outside time to the earlier and later hours of the day. Being outside for too long in the peak of sunshine can rapidly cause dehydration and fatigue.
- If you have pets, keeping them cool this summer is imperative. Think about investing in a pet cooling pad, they are very efficient in keeping our fur babies cool!
- Purchasing a compact splash pad for the family is a great way to spend quality time together while being able to bear the summer heat in Gwinnett.
Staying sheltered from the summer heat in Gwinnett is a hassle but with these tips, you should be feeling cool in no time! Keeping your electricity bill down in the summer does not have to be so difficult, as long as you cool down the correct way!
RPM wishes you a fun, safe, and cool summer!
If you are looking to move into Gwinnett County, contact us today and we will help you find the perfect rental home! If you own a home and would like to rent it out in Gwinnett County, reach out to us and we will be glad to assist you in the process!
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