Beat the Heat

Tag : Heat And Cool
As temperatures continue to rise throughout the summer, it becomesimportant to keep up with household maintenance and take necessaryprecautions to beat the heat.
ARS Rescue Rooter has provided the following tips to comfortablysurvive the heat this summer, while being more energy efficient.
Keep It Cool

Air Conditioners are designed for about a 20-degree change intemperature. Dont allow the interior of your home to becomedangerously hot since the air conditioner cant cool it down withina reasonable amount of time.
Personal Safety First
In severe heat, be sure to limit your activity, drink plenty offluids and avoid going outside in the afternoon. Keep pets insideand make sure they have plenty of water to drink. Never leave petsor children in a closed car.
Little League Lament

The start of summer means little league, camp, soccer and moreoutdoor activities that can cause your entire family to enduredirtier clothing. Check your washing machine hoses for bulges,leaks or cracks and be sure to remove drier lint regularly.
Become A Fan of Your Fan

Always use your ceiling fans to stay cooler in the summertime.Check your fans to ensure they are going in the correct direction.In the summer, your fan should be rotating counter-clockwise. Thereis a switch on the base where you can control this.
Check It Out

The best defense against air conditioner problems is to have aservice agreement in place and make sure your system is maintainedyear-round, especially right before the heavy heat of summer setsin. Regular tune-ups reduce your risk of experiencing commonmalfunctions and will help you stay cool when everyone else issweating the heat.
Disposal Drama

Be careful of what you are putting down your kitchen disposal. Mostare not equipped to handle celery, banana peels, cornhusks andother fibrous or stringy foods.