by Cooper Climate Control
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Summer in Arizona is no joke: triple-digit temperatures require your air conditioning unit to work much harder than usual, which can put unnecessary strain on the mechanisms. In some cases, this might even be the final straw for your air conditioning unit, requiring a new installation designed to handle the Phoenix heat. If your AC unit goes out this summer, Cooper Climate Control’s Phoenix emergency air conditioning team can come to your rescue when you need it most. Here are some additional tips to stay cool this summer if the AC goes out.First, it is important to run through a quick checklist as soon as you realize your AC is not working. You should check:
- Breaker: this is usually located outside close to your electric meter
- Drain switch: these are usually in your primary drain and prevent AC from working when the drain line is clogged
- Air filter: a dirty air filter can prevent your home from cooling properly
- Thermostat batteries: sometimes the problem is not with the AC unit itself, but much closer to home in the thermostat
Use Fans
Whether you have ceiling fans or free-standing units, it is always a good idea to get air moving in your home. This will actually have the effect of making your home feel cooler than it actually is. Some people go so far as to place pans of ice in front of their fans to deal with extreme heat!
Drink Water
Your body is actually designed to regulate its own temperature very efficiently, but it needs water to do so. When your body is exposed to higher temperatures, your blood vessels dilate, allowing blood to flow close to the surface of your skin and lose the heat. Your body also creates sweat, which then evaporates from the skin and has a cooling effect. Replenish your water stores to feel cooler in the summer. You can even add cooling cucumber or fruit for an added bonus!
Get Outside
It might seem counterintuitive, but the great outdoors has many possibilities when it comes to keeping cool. Many people have pools outdoors that can provide relief from the hot temperatures of summer. Alternatively, you could find some shade and read a book. A light breeze is usually present even in the summer, which will help make it a more pleasant experience. This is a great time to catch up on your summer reading list!
Choose Clothing Wisely
In dry climates like Arizona, covering up is actually beneficial to keep the sun’s harmful UV rays off your skin. Indoors, choose loosely woven natural fiber clothing like cotton, silk or linen. These fabrics breathe more than polyester or synthetic fabrics and will keep you cooler during the day.
There are a lot of ways to keep cool when your AC breaks during the summer, but ultimately the best way to lower the temperature in your house is to contact Cooper Climate Control for a completely free estimate. Our professionals evaluate your current air conditioning needs and can recommend the best brands if an installation is necessary. Phoenix has never been cooler!