November 27, 2024

The Coldest Day Ever

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What is the coldest day in recorded history? Much like when we were blogging about the hottest day ever recorded in history, there are various sources giving different answers.  It’s really about zoning in on all the sources, determining which ones are the most well-studied and sound, and then making a judgement call from hardcore […]

Ice Cream Makes You Hotter or Cooler?

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We’ve hinted at eating cooler foods during summer’s peak making you much cooler.  This is, in many people’s opinion and generally speaking, the obvious truth!  But how obvious is it?  Did you know that some cold foods might actually make you hotter?  A very fascinating article that Time recently produced inspired us to drop some […]

How to Change AC Filters

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Last week we blogged about how often you should change your AC filters.  We dropped some knowledge about recommended change times and also how your personal situation could shift around that change time.  For this week’s blog, we’re going over how you can very easily change your AC filter!  Check it out. Step 1 Open […]

When to Change AC Filters

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Changing your ac filters is easy!  If you’re worried about it being something you need to leave to the pros (and we are happy to do it), then there is no shame in your game!  But for those that know how to switch out those filters, the question becomes related to timing.  How often do […]

Ways to Stay Cool This Summer

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Here’s a quick and friendly list of simple things you can do to stay cool this summer.

Hottest Day Ever – July 13th, 1913

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100 Years Ago The hottest day in recorded history was about one-hundred years ago.  The place: Greenland Ranch in California (now known as Furnace Creek, California since 1933.)  The date: July 13th,1913.  The weather hit (get ready for this) 134 degrees!  What!?  Not only was this a record for the united states of America, it […]

Willis Carrier

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Where would we be without our valuable air conditioning?  That’s something many people don’t even want to think about in the middle of summer!  But where did AC truly start? For the uninitiated, it’s easy to see the Carrier logo and not necessarily think twice about it.  But did you know Carrier holds the crowning […]

The History of AC part 2

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Do you remember our blog on the history of AC?  Well we’re back with the history of AC pt.2!  Though we covered lots of ground in the previous blog, there is still plenty more to go over when it comes to how notably historic AC has been. Before the 1902 invention of an Air Conditioning […]

Best thermostat settings

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We’re going to talk about finding the right temperature setting today.  No, it’s not as obvious as what makes you feel perfectly comfortable.  You also need to make sure you’re being reasonable with your air conditioning costs.  By simply setting whatever temperature you feel is most comfortable, you’re likely going to rack up serious electric […]

How much water should I drink?

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How much water should you be drinking on a daily basis? A lot! You may have read our recent blog on how this summer’s heat is getting pretty high up there!  So what does this mean to you?  It means that, besides having to make sure an Austin company takes care of your AC, you […]