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How to keep your NZ home cool during summer
How to keep things nice and chilled at home.
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Keep your NZ home cool this summer with smart strategies. Create cross-ventilation by opening windows overnight when it's cooler, then close them and your curtains during the day to block solar heat.
Use fans effectively and limit heat-generating appliances like ovens. For a long-term solution, consider double glazing. It keeps your home comfortable year-round, saves on energy bills, and can increase your property's value by appealing to eco-conscious buyers looking to reduce living costs.
Opening your windows in the middle of the day can actually make your house hotter!
1. Encourage air flow and let in cool air
2. Use curtains and blinds
3. Know how to place your freestanding fans
Pointing fans towards windows can push hot air out of a room.
4. Limit appliance use
5. Think about double glazing
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