Four Steps to Get Your New Home in Colorado Springs Prepared for SummerLong, scorching months are just around the corner, and you want to be sure your abode is ready to handle the heat. If you have a new residence or will be moving in the near future to Colorado Springs, you might not have yet considered how your home will do once hot weather is here.
You will definitely benefit by getting your new home ready for warm days, and there are some items you get started now that can assist to make the changeover to hot weather comfortable. Continue reading for 4 ways to get your new abode prepared for summer in Colorado Springs.
A lot of homeowners understand that windows and doors readily allow cool air to leak out, if they are not properly sealed at the edges. But, the problem might be bigger than you realize, since around one-third of your house's cooled air can disappear through leakage in these susceptible spots.
That is why you need to take time to evaluate windows and doors to ensure they are sufficiently sealed to protect from air loss. Weather-stripping needs to be inspected and replaced if it is hard, brittle or cracked. For spots where weather-stripping is hard to install, silicone caulk can offer guarding against leaks.
In addition, make sure to seal larger gaps with expanding foam. Available in easy-to-use spray cans, expanding foam will provide the most protection for wide-open places around doors and windows.
Your new home's A/C system will probably be heavily used during the hot weather, so you need to be confident it is competent to handle the load placed upon it. That is why you need to get in touch with a professional to perform a thorough system inspection and tune-up.
Definitely, you should be sure that your air conditioner's heat-transferring areas, the evaporator and condenser, are very clean. Dust, dirt and other fragments can block an efficient transfer of heat from your residence, which makes your system less effective and productive.
Also, make sure that the air filters are changed routinely during the course of the summer. Clean filters support better air flow and also prevent stress on your system. Ultimately, the relatively low amount you invest in air filters will save you money in decreased energy costs and longer equipment lifespans.
Insulation is imperative for preventing outside air from coming into your residence and for keeping cooled air inside. You should inspect your attic and crawlspace, if applicable, to make sure these areas are well-insulated.
Some heat and air companies offer no-obligation insulation inspections, so you will want to schedule an appointment with a professional to obtain their recommendation.
Some people do not comprehend just how much heat an incandescent bulb can produce, but the fact is that only a little over 2% of the energy used by a traditional bulb is in the form of light. That means a house filled with incandescent bulbs produces a fairly large amount of heat that must be overcome by an air conditioner amidst summer.
You can greatly decrease this heat load by replacing existing incandescent bulbs with LED bulbs. These solid-state devices turn most of the electrical energy to light and give off very little heat relative to older bulbs. Not only can you conserve money on your electric cost, LED lights often will last for decades and will reduce your need to frequently replace bulbs.
And, if you are planning for a move to Colorado Springs, A-1 Freeman Moving Group can assist to get you into that new home that is now totally ready for the scorching temps. Click here to learn more.
