June, July, and August are peak months for air conditioner repairs. As a consequence, you could be stuck waiting for hours before a service technician is available to repair your unit if it stops working.  But you can stay cool and keep your cool if your air conditioning system breaks in the heat of summer by heeding these three tips.

3 Tips for Cooling Down When the AC Breaks 

1. Use Fans Strategically 

Both ceiling fans and box fans can keep you cool. Set ceiling fans to rotate clockwise so you can feel the downward breeze if you’re staying put in one room. Otherwise set all ceiling fans in your home to rotate counterclockwise to draw hot air up and away. After the sun goes down, open windows and put box fans in front of them to create cross breezes. 

2. Avoid Adding to the Heat

If possible, avoid using any appliances that produce heat. Don’t use ovens, dryers, or dishwashers. If you must cook, dry clothes, or wash dishes before a service tech arrives, try grilling out, hanging your laundry outdoors, and washing dishes in the sink. 

3. Cool Your Body 

Dip a hand towel in cold water, wring it out, and place it over your shoulders. This will cool you down instantly. Sipping on cold drinks and eating frozen treats will also have a cooling effect. If you don’t have any ice cream in the freezer, why not take the whole family to the grocery store to pick out sundae fixings? Spending time in an air-conditioned grocery store will cool everyone off, and making dessert together will lessen the stress.

If your air conditioning system breaks, turn to Floodwood Gas & Electric Co. for prompt service. Their knowledgeable technicians are available 24/7 for heating and cooling emergencies. Based in St. Louis County, MN, this family-owned and -operated contractor has been providing exceptional HVAC service to satisfied clients for more than 50 years. To learn more about air conditioning maintenance and repairs, visit their website. To schedule service, call (218) 476-2249.