9 Tips for Keeping Your House Cool
6. Use LED lights
Use LED lights instead of incandescent light bulbs which consume more energy than LED lights. Light bulbs produce only 5% light, the remaining 95% is heat which heats up the house additionally. LED lights, on the contrary, give out 90% less heat, are energy efficient and also last longer.
7. Use microwave and pressure cooker
Try cooking in microwave and pressure cooker instead of the stove or oven because these devices do not give out any heat, unlike a gas oven. A pressure cooker, though used on a stove or oven, uses less time to cook and thus cuts down on internal heat generated significantly.
8. Reduce humidity
During summer, do not dry your clothes inside the house as it increases the humidity thereby aggravating the discomfort. Cover the pots while cooking and use an exhaust fan in the kitchen which helps averting unwanted heat.
9. Ventilate your house
Ensure that your house is properly ventilated in order to remain comfortable during summer. Also, you could use a window fan to replace hot air in the house by cool air from outside. A well ventilated house will be naturally cool during summer.
