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Protect Your A/C This Hurricane Season With These 5 Tips!

There is always a looming threat of a disaster striking Southwest Florida this hurricane season, which calls for proactive action to ensure safety. While you prepare your home and property for a potential storm, it is also important that you take notice of your A/C’s outdoor unit and take preventive measures to keep it damage-free. Here are some tips that we have gathered to help you out! Before a storm, turn off power. Turning your appliances on in the middle of a storm increases the risk of it being damaged especially if a power surge occurs. Make sure that you have turned off the equipment’s circuit breaker.  Use waterproof covering. Your outdoor unit might be damaged by heavy rain and possible flooding, making it a necessity to have it tightly covered using a tarp or its recommended protective equipment. You can ask your A/C company about the required protection for your unit. Secure outdoor furniture and equipment. Your patio furniture, as well as stuff in your back...

Here are 4 Tips to Prepare Your A/C for the Hurricane Season

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Preparedness is vital in damage prevention. Hurricane season has come to Florida, and it is imperative that you take proactive steps to prepare your air-conditioning system for any disaster that may strike. Read these tips that we have compiled below. Maintenance check . Routine maintenance does not only prevent damages to your A/C, but would also help prevent unforeseen breakdowns and keep it in optimum working condition before a disaster hits. Contact a professional A/C technician to perform the job, as well as to give additional advice for your preparation. Yard inspection . Heavy winds can carry loose objects, which may smash onto your outdoor unit and cause damages. Clear your yard of any items which may get carried off during a hurricane. It would also help to trim your trees to prevent them from breaking during the storm. Power . Lightning strikes are common during a hurricane. These can enter your home and cause a power surge, which isn’t very favorable for your el...

5 Tips to Help Prevent Spring Allergies Indoors

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The past Florida winter had been colder than usual, which may have caused some trees and plants to release pollen this spring. This isn’t good news if you have allergies. We have compiled some tips below to help you keep the pollens out and allergens at bay this spring season. · Keep your windows closed during times of high pollen count . Enjoying the fresh spring air is understandable, but if you’re one with sensitivity to pollen and other allergens, it might be better to keep your windows closed and turn on your A/C. Fans are an alternative to keep you cool, but they can stir up dust and aggravate your allergies. · Bathe your pets before letting them inside the house . Pollen and dirt can get trapped in your pets’ fur and paws, which can transfer inside your home when they get in and shake or play. Be sure to bathe them every time they have been outdoors. Like your pets, pollen and dirt can also get trapped in your hair or clothes, so also be sure to wash yourself often after spe...

Beat the Heat with these Alternative Home Cooling Tips!

There’s no question as to why Florida is nicknamed as the Sunshine State. With the amount of sun it gets all throughout the year, in addition to the pristine waters surrounding it, Florida is a top destination for those who want a relaxing and refreshing getaway, especially during winter. Some days, though, it can get extremely hot indoors, calling for A/C action. If you want to save money and energy, however, and give your cooling system a rest, you can try these alternative home cooling hacks to stay comfortable even with the heat!        Sunlight reflection. Most definitely! With the sunshine we get, we need to ward off some in order to keep our houses cool. One common way to keep most of the sun out is through drawing the curtains. You may also opt for removable film and window coverings that offer insulation. Reflective roof paint is also welcome! Plants also help filter out the sun; just be sure to plant them in the right places.       ...