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Do You Need to Open Windows for Evaporative Cooling?

November 17, 2021 10:00 am Published by Leave your thoughts

Evaporative coolers, commonly referred to as swamp coolers, have the ability to produce cooler temperatures and add to the humidity in the air. Knowing how they work is critical so that they run as efficiently as possible. This brings up a very important question: Do you need to open windows for evaporative cooling to work properly? The answer is dependent on how you plan to adjust the airflow and what type of location you are using the cooler in. Adjust Air Flow There are a few ways in which you can adjust the airflow. However, there is a basic concept... View Article


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How Can I Cool Down My Garage?

October 20, 2021 5:38 pm Published by Leave your thoughts

Garages can get hot quickly. Whether you’re using your garage as storage for your cars or for your workspace, you don’t want to deal with three-digit temperatures. There are quite a few things that you can do to cool your garage down so that it’s more comfortable. Especially in the hottest days of summer, your garage needs to be cool enough for you to work. Before you begin looking at ways to cool it down, find out if it’s too hot for a specific reason. Why is the Garage Too Hot? In many instances, garages will cool down on their... View Article


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8 Tips to Make Your Home More Energy Efficient

June 17, 2021 5:41 pm Published by Leave your thoughts

It’s important to learn how to make your home energy efficient. It will allow you to save on your energy bill. Plus, you’ll be able to enjoy your life to the fullest knowing you can adjust thermostats and turn on lights without experiencing shock when your electric bill comes in the mail. Particularly when you live in the southern part of the U.S., you know that it can get hot – and embracing energy-efficient practices are critical. #1: Take a Whole-House Systems Approach Whether you’re building a home, renovating your home, or simply focusing on energy efficiency, you have to... View Article


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5 Ways Humidity Affects Evaporative Swamp Cooling

June 16, 2021 5:40 pm Published by Leave your thoughts

Evaporative air coolers, commonly referred to as swamp coolers, are affected by humidity. It’s why they’re so popular in dry parts of the country such as Arizona and Texas. When you use evaporative swamp cooling in an area where there is already a lot of moisture (or your system is overproducing humidity), it’s important to understand the overall effects. Will An Evaporative Cooler Work In High Humidity? Swamp coolers are designed to compensate for low humidity levels in the air. As such, when there’s less humidity in the air, they can cool the air by more degrees. As an example,... View Article


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8 Tips to Keep Your House Cool This Summer

April 23, 2021 8:31 pm Published by Leave your thoughts

As the summer months approach, the temperatures are going to rise. There are plenty of ways for you to keep your house cool. By following a few tips, you can enjoy cooler temperatures without spending a fortune on AC bills. Adjust Ceiling Fans Your ceiling fans can be adjusted to move the air toward you or away from you. While you might like to feel the air on you while you sleep, reverse the direction to counterclockwise during the day. It moves the warmth away from the room, reducing the temperatures at the same time. Turn on Exhaust Fans It’s... View Article