8 Energy-Efficient Home Cooling Projects to Tackle This Summer

Summertime is officially here — and for many, that means more time for home improvement projects. With the heat in full swing, one of the projects on your to-do list might be finding more effective (and efficient) ways to keep your home cool.

No matter your budget, you have options when it comes to reducing the heat inside your house without raising your electric bill. Here are some energy-efficient home-cooling projects you can chip away at this summer.

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How To Clean Your Oscillating Fan

How To Clean Your Oscillating Fan
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There’s nothing like a cool breeze on a hot summer day to make you feel better. But for those times when nature won’t provide a breeze, an electric or battery-powered fan will do the trick. 

All fans, whether they are big box fans made by Lasko, oscillating fans, window fans, bladeless fans, misting fans, or hand-held fans, should be cleaned regularly.

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7 Different HVAC Services You Might Need at Home

Your HVAC system is responsible for heating and cooling your home to ensure comfortable temperatures. However, multiple problems can compromise its efficiency, increasing energy bills, causing regular breakdowns and costly repairs and replacements. The most common HVAC problems may include thermostat malfunctions, mechanical wear and tear, unusual furnace noises, dirty condenser or evaporator coils, water leaks, dirty filters, poor maintenance, and ignition issues.

Thanks to these problems, it can be difficult to pinpoint the precise cause of a breakdown or the system not functioning. You’ll require an HVAC service to diagnose and find a solution to the problem. This article outlines seven different HVAC services you might need at home.

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