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      • 10 Ways To Save Energy When Using Air Conditioning
      • 3 Reasons to Lower Your AC Temperature When You’re Not Home | Dales AC
      • 4 Types of Air Filters and Their Pros and Cons - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • 5 Facts You Never Knew About Freon - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • 5 Reasons to Hire an HVAC Professional for Repairs - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • 5 Signs Your Heat Pump May Need to be Replaced - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • 5 Ways Your AC Unit Can be Damaged by Rain - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • HVAC Maintenance Tips - 7 AC Maintenance Tips & Heating Tips
      • A Guide to Preparing Your HVAC System for a Storm - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • Air Duct Cleaning: Is it worth the costs? - Dales Air Conditioning
      • Top 5 Air Conditioning (AC) Maintenance Benefits - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • Your 2015 Summer Air Conditioning Maintenance Checklist - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • The Best Tip for Saving Money & Energy This Summer - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • Why Is Your Central Air Conditioner Leaking Water - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • How AC Service and Repair Firms Can Help During Coronavirus Outbreak? - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • When Should I Do Air Conditioning Maintenance? - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • 12 Ways to Stay Cool When the Air Conditioning Breaks - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • 13 Reasons to Have Your Home’s Air Ducts Cleaned - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • 3 Common Signs Your AC Needs Repair - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • 4 Tips to Help Extend the Life of Your AC Unit - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • 5 Benefits of Upgrading Your HVAC System - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • 5 Reasons Why Your Air Conditioner Breaks Down - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • 5 Steps for Tuning Up Your AC Unit Before Summer - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • 7 Signs You May Need a New Air Conditioner - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • 8 Steps to Take When the Coolant’s Low in Your AC Unit - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • 9 Reasons You Should Leave AC Repair to a Professional - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • A Guide to the Need for Regular AC Maintenance - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • How Does an Air Conditioner Work? - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • The Benefits of Electronic Air Cleaners - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • 3 Common Causes of a Burning Smell From Your Furnace - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • Check Your Heating System - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • A Guide to Air Filters and When to Change Them - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • Who Else Wants to Lower Air Conditioning Costs? - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • What Goes Wrong When Your Homes Air Filter is Clogged? - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • Problems Caused by Dirty Condenser Coils - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • Benefits of UV Home Air Purification | Dales Air Conditioning & Heating
      • Do You Need to Recharge Your AC System’s Coolant? | Dales AC
      • A Guide to Running Your AC While on Vacation - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • A Guide to Insulating Your Attic - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • A Guide to the Different Types of Insulation - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • A Guide to Cleaning and Maintaining Your AC Unit - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • Common AC Vent Odors & How to Identify Them - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • Top 5 Air Conditioning (AC) Maintenance Benefits - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • 5 Steps for Tuning Up Your AC Unit Before Summer - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • Why Closing Air Vents can Do More Harm Than Good - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • Congress Has Retroactively Extended the HVAC Tax Credits for 2013
      • Effects of COVID-19 on HVAC Companies - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
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12 Ways to Stay Cool When the Air Conditioning Breaks

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12 Ways to Stay Cool When the Air Conditioning Breaks
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With summer coming to Southwest Florida, your air conditioner is going to be working overtime. But what happens when your air conditioner breaks down at the worst possible time of the summer? Here are some ways that you can stay cool even when the air conditioning isn’t working in your home.
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1. Reflect your heat – If you want to open up your windows, think about investing in some film that reflects the heat. It will keep the summer heat outside so you are more comfortable.

2. Take advantage of the cool nights – if the temperatures are cooler when the sun has gone down, open up your windows and allow the breeze to get into your home so that it cools the house. Just make sure that you are closing them before it gets hot again.

3. Ceiling fans should run counter clockwise – Most of the modern fans have switches on their sides so that you can reverse the direction in which they go. You want your fan to go in a clockwise direction during the winter so that you’re pushing the warm air to the floor and then reverse it during the summer so that cool air is circulated.

4. Drink cold beverages – This may seem like an easy one but it’s something that you should do. Drinking cold beverages is going to cool your body inside.

5. Put on the right clothes – Light, loose fitting clothing will help you out a lot when you are trying to stay cool.  Get out your tank tops and shorts.

6. Soak a towel – Soak a towel with cold water and then place it on places like your wrists, forehead, and neck so that you can get relief during the really hot parts of the summer.

7. Avoid the oven and stove – These are both going to add heat to your home. The best way that you can cook during the summer is through grilling outside or eating sandwiches and salads.  Slow cookers, pressure cookers and rice cookers are also great options that don’t make the house hot.

8. Use buckwheat pillows – If you are having trouble sleeping because it’s so hot, buy yourself buckwheat pillows. They don’t hold your body heat like regular pillows will.

9. Take a nap – Look at what your pets are doing. Chances are that they are taking a snooze. So if you can, take a little nap so that you can cool off.

10. Help your fan – Turn on your box or table fan, then put a frozen water bottle in front. This is going to help circulate cold air.

11. Plant trees – If you are able to, plant some trees on the side of the house that receives the most amount of sun. This extra shade is going to protect your house from the rays of the summer sun.
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12. Keep your shades or curtains closed in the daytime – When the sunlight’s streaming through your windows, it will create a small greenhouse affect inside your home.  Closing the curtains is going to keep the light out.
These are the things that you can do to help your home stay cool even if your air conditioning isn’t working or if you don’t have air conditioning.  If your home gets too hot to stay in it comfortably, it’s also a good idea to go somewhere that has air conditioning, such as a mall or a restaurant, during the hottest parts of the day.

About Dales Air Conditioning

Dales Air Conditioning has been serving Charlotte County, Florida area for over 40 years. Our HVAC technicians can help you to find ways to improve A/C system performance and enhance comfort and indoor air quality by conducting regular air conditioning maintenance. For more details and information, contact us today.
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“I am very pleased at the work Luke and Dustin did installing my air conditioning at my home. I am also very Happy with my electric bill!! Before the install my bill was $156.00, the bill i just received in the mail is $92 Bucks! I am so Happy” – Robert S.
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  • Home
  • About Us
    • Air Conditioning Service Area
    • Angies List Super Service Award Winner
  • Products
    • Rheem Air Conditioning & Heating Units
    • Ultraviolet Home Air Sanitizer
  • Services
    • A/C Maintenance
    • A/C Replacement & Installation
    • A/C Repair
    • Indoor Air Quality
    • Air Duct Cleaning
    • Attic Insulation
    • Electronic Air Cleaning
  • Testimonials
    • I am...very Happy with my electric bill!
    • On time and very professional
    • Extremely responsive and reasonably priced
    • Very helpful in correcting my air conditioning problem
    • The representatives were very professional
    • A/C tech was on time very knowledgeable
  • Locations
    • North Port, FL
    • Port Charlotte, FL
    • Punta Gorda, FL
    • Englewood, FL
    • Venice, FL
    • DeSoto County, FL
    • Charlotte County, FL
    • Rotonda West, FL
    • South Venice, FL
    • Venice Gardens, FL
    • Laurel, FL
    • Southeast Arcadia, FL
    • Warm Mineral Springs, FL
    • Suncoast Estates, FL
    • Cleveland, FL
    • Charlotte Park, FL
  • Resources
    • HVAC Blogs >
      • 10 Ways To Save Energy When Using Air Conditioning
      • 3 Reasons to Lower Your AC Temperature When You’re Not Home | Dales AC
      • 4 Types of Air Filters and Their Pros and Cons - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • 5 Facts You Never Knew About Freon - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • 5 Reasons to Hire an HVAC Professional for Repairs - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • 5 Signs Your Heat Pump May Need to be Replaced - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • 5 Ways Your AC Unit Can be Damaged by Rain - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • HVAC Maintenance Tips - 7 AC Maintenance Tips & Heating Tips
      • A Guide to Preparing Your HVAC System for a Storm - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • Air Duct Cleaning: Is it worth the costs? - Dales Air Conditioning
      • Top 5 Air Conditioning (AC) Maintenance Benefits - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • Your 2015 Summer Air Conditioning Maintenance Checklist - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • The Best Tip for Saving Money & Energy This Summer - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • Why Is Your Central Air Conditioner Leaking Water - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • How AC Service and Repair Firms Can Help During Coronavirus Outbreak? - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • When Should I Do Air Conditioning Maintenance? - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • 12 Ways to Stay Cool When the Air Conditioning Breaks - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • 13 Reasons to Have Your Home’s Air Ducts Cleaned - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • 3 Common Signs Your AC Needs Repair - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • 4 Tips to Help Extend the Life of Your AC Unit - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • 5 Benefits of Upgrading Your HVAC System - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • 5 Reasons Why Your Air Conditioner Breaks Down - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • 5 Steps for Tuning Up Your AC Unit Before Summer - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • 7 Signs You May Need a New Air Conditioner - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • 8 Steps to Take When the Coolant’s Low in Your AC Unit - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • 9 Reasons You Should Leave AC Repair to a Professional - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • A Guide to the Need for Regular AC Maintenance - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • How Does an Air Conditioner Work? - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • The Benefits of Electronic Air Cleaners - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • 3 Common Causes of a Burning Smell From Your Furnace - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • Check Your Heating System - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • A Guide to Air Filters and When to Change Them - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • Who Else Wants to Lower Air Conditioning Costs? - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • What Goes Wrong When Your Homes Air Filter is Clogged? - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • Problems Caused by Dirty Condenser Coils - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • Benefits of UV Home Air Purification | Dales Air Conditioning & Heating
      • Do You Need to Recharge Your AC System’s Coolant? | Dales AC
      • A Guide to Running Your AC While on Vacation - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • A Guide to Insulating Your Attic - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • A Guide to the Different Types of Insulation - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • A Guide to Cleaning and Maintaining Your AC Unit - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • Common AC Vent Odors & How to Identify Them - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • Top 5 Air Conditioning (AC) Maintenance Benefits - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • 5 Steps for Tuning Up Your AC Unit Before Summer - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • Why Closing Air Vents can Do More Harm Than Good - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
      • Congress Has Retroactively Extended the HVAC Tax Credits for 2013
      • Effects of COVID-19 on HVAC Companies - Air Conditioning Repair Port Charlotte
    • Gallery
    • Specials
    • A/C Buying Guide
    • A/C Tips
    • Financing
    • Community Events >
      • Dale's and the Salvation Army will be supporting a Port Charlotte Family
      • Y's Men's Club Charlotte County Challenge
      • Dale's Air Conditioning Proudly Supports Voices for Kids
      • The Fred Lang Foundation: A Summer Night in India 2015
    • Awards >
      • We Earned the Angies List Super Service Award
      • Best Of Charlotte
  • Contact Us