4 Approaches to Get Your New Home in Tulsa Primed for SummerLong, sweltering months are almost here, and you need to make sure your home is ready to handle the heat. If you have a new house or are about to move to Tulsa, you might not have yet contemplated how your home will fare once hot weather is here.
You will certainly benefit by preparing your new home for scorching days, and there are some things you start on now that should help to make the change in seasons a smooth one. Continue reading for 4 ideas to get your new abode prepared for summer in Tulsa.
Many people realize that windows and doors readily permit cold air to vanish, if they aren't properly sealed around the edges. But, the problem could be greater than you realize, since around a third of your abode's cooled air can vanish through leakage in these vulnerable areas.
That is why you need to take time to evaluate windows and doors to be sure they are adequately sealed against air loss. Weather-stripping needs to be given the once-over and replaced if it is hard, brittle or cracked. For places where weather-stripping is difficult to place, silicone caulk can offer guarding against leaks.
Also, be sure to plug larger gaps with expanding foam. You can find it in easy-to-use spray cans, expanding foam can provide the utmost protection for wide-open spots around doors and windows.
Your new home's air conditioning system will most likely be heavily used this summer, so you need to be positive it is able to withstand the load placed upon it. That's why you should contact a professional to perform a thorough system inspection and tune-up.
Definitely, you need to be sure that your A/C's heat-transferring components, the evaporator and condenser, are very clean. Dust, dirt and other fragments can prevent an adequate transfer of heat from your residence, which makes your system less effective and efficient.
Also, make sure that the air filters are replaced several times during the course of the summer. Clean filters allow for better air flow and also prevent stress on your system. In due time, the relatively low sum you spend on air filters will save you money in reduced energy costs and longer equipment lifespans.
Insulation is imperative for prohibiting hot air from penetrating your house and for trapping the cool air inside. You need to check out your attic and crawlspace, if applicable, to be sure these places are well-insulated.
Some heat and air companies provide free insulation inspections, so you will want to talk to a professional to obtain their suggestions.
Some people don't comprehend just how much heat an incandescent bulb can produce, but the fact is that only a little over 2% of the energy spent by a traditional bulb is in the form of light. That means a home filled with incandescent bulbs generates a decent amount of heat that must be vanquished by an air conditioner during summer.
You can significantly reduce this heat load by replacing existing incandescent bulbs with LED bulbs. These solid-state devices convert much of the electrical energy to light and give off very little heat relative to older lighting technologies. Not only can you save money on your electric bill, LED lights frequently will last for years and years and will reduce your need to frequently replace bulbs.
And, if you are planning for a move to Tulsa, A-1 Freeman Moving Group can help get you into that new home that is now totally ready for the hot weather. Click here to learn more.
