How to Stay Cool When Your Air Conditioning is Down

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If your air conditioning system breaks down, you can turn to our team at Custom Air and Heat Inc. We have extensive experience in the HVAC industry, and you can count on us to get your system back up and running.

How to Stay Cool When Your Air Conditioning is Down

While our team will make every effort to repair your system as quickly as possible, there’s still a chance you’ll have to wait a day or two before we are able to do so. In the meantime, here is a list of things you can do to stay cool while your air conditioning is down:

  • Close Your Blinds – When the air conditioning isn’t working, one simple thing you can do is close your blinds or cover your windows. This helps keep the sun’s heat out of the building, which prevents the air inside from heating up as much.
  • Use Fans – While you wait for our air conditioning repair team to finish their work, we encourage you to set up fans. Using electric fans will keep the air moving, which will make your space feel less stuffy. Fans also encourage the sweat on your skin to evaporate, which allows your body to release heat better. If you have them, you can also use hand fans to create a breeze on your face for the same effect.
  • Apply Cool Compresses – A third method you can use to cool off when your air conditioning is down for repairs is to apply cool cloths or wipes to your skin. The best places to apply cool compresses are the back of your neck and the inside of your wrists—your veins come to the surface there, so the compress will help cool your blood, which helps cools off the rest of your body.