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Baton Rouge

(225) 926-2031

Denham Springs

(225) 664-4126

How to Keep Your Property Cool in the Summer

As we enter the summer months, it only continues to get hotter. If you manage a number of rental properties, that translates into extra dollars trying to keep your tenants cool. Use these tips to keep your units comfortable without blasting the air conditioning.

  1. Invest in interior blinds. These work as excellent barriers to keep the sun and its heat out of your properties. Doing so can reduce heat gain by 30%, which means more money stays in your bank.
  2. Program your thermostat. “By turning your thermostat back 10-15 degrees for eight hours, you can save 5-15% a year on your cooling bill,” according to the Department of Energy. They also recommend setting the thermostat to 78 degrees when home and 5-10 degrees higher when out of the house.
  3. Maintain your A/C ducts and filters. Make sure to eliminate any unsealed edges around your air ducts and change your filter at least every couple of months to eliminate extra work for your A/C (and your wallet).
  4. Take advantage of your ceiling fans. Ensure that your fans are spinning counterclockwise and that they’re 10-12” from the ceiling to maximize air flow. Also, periodically clean the top of your fan blades to avoid drag from dust buildup.
Source: Invitation Homes