Friday, July 27, 2012

Tips to Beat the Summer Heat


In summer, when the temperature increases, people seek cool shelter indoors. Many just switch on their air conditioning units and relax. But the fact is - they have to spend a considerable amount on maintaining their air conditioning units and according to a survey, every American family pays nearly $1,000 a year on heating and cooling their homes which is actually higher than other electricity bills. Island Lincoln, your trusted Florida Lincoln car dealer in Merritt Island offers the following money-saving tips to help beat the summer heat.

· Place a rotating fan in living or dining rooms and circulate the cool air through the house

· Maintain a constant temperature and avoid dropping the thermostat too low. A low temperature will not cool faster but also costs you money

· Raising the temperature up 5 degrees for eight hours a day can save $3 to $5 per month

· Install a whole house fan system which pulls the hot attic air out of the home and keeps the air circulating, giving a cooling effect.

· Replace old air conditioning units. Similarly, replace old windows too.

· Change air conditioning filters regularly, at least once a month. The filters allow good air flow and cut down on cooling costs and stop allergens from floating around.

· Use insulated curtains in windows. They look good and keep windows covered during hot afternoons.

Visit Island Lincoln today and see how you can also stay cool in a hot, new Lincoln. Test drive your favorite new Lincoln model today and discover the savings at our Discovery Drive Sales Event!