Most people who live in warm regions and want to keep their
homes cool in the hot summers buy a central air conditioning. Actually, some
will not even consider a house without it.
Air conditioning is comfortable in deed and we do not imply
that you should not have one. However, through design and smart improvements,
you can get the energy efficiency you need, without consuming extra energy for
operating the air conditioning unit too often.
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Insulation
Air transfer happens not only through windows, but also
through the walls, as well as through the roof of a building. If you want to
prevent unwanted heat gain, you should install adequate insulation. Consult insulation specialist Orlando roofing contractors to find out how much insulation you need and which are the best
options for you.
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Install a
reflective roof
There are roofing materials certified by Energy Star and the
Cool Roof Rating Council. They are highly reflective and emissive, which means
that they push back UV radiation instead of absorbing it. Some regular roofing
materials can also be painted white, to improve their reflective property.
Cool roofs bring an additional advantage: they reduce the
urban heat island effect.
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Provide
thermal mass in the house
Using thermal mass (plaster walls, slate floor etc.) will
also reduce the cooling needs, preventing the interior of your home from
getting uncomfortably hot during the summer.
