It’s the summer season, and many homeowners are preparing for warmer-than-usual temperatures. Our homes are designed with the colder Irish climate in mind; they’re often not built for the sudden summer heat, that we are experiencing more frequently.
Here are our top tips for staying cool during the warmer weather, and how our innovative heating solutions, like the Aerona R290 heat pump, Grant Uflex underfloor heating, and Grant Smart Controller, can play a part.
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Block Out Heat
The simplest and oldest trick in the book is to keep the sun out during the day. Before the sun starts heating up your rooms, close blinds or curtains, especially on south and west-facing windows.
Only open windows in the evening when the temperature outside begins to drop. In doing so, you will ventilate the rooms without bringing in any more heat.
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Manage Your Heating Systems Effectively
Your heating system, especially smart and energy-efficient ones, can support cooler indoor temperatures during hotter conditions.
The Grant Aerona R290 air-to-water heat pump is a highly efficient solution that works both quietly, efficiently, and reliably, all year round. Whilst the Aerona R290 was designed for heating and hot water, it can run at low levels during the summer to ensure your home doesn’t get too warm. The Grant Aerona R290 is both adaptable and controllable, helping to maintain a more stable and comfortable indoor environment.
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Use Smart Controls
Grant has a range of smart controllers that complement our range of heating technologies. The newest of these is the Aerona Smart Controller, which, when connected to your Aerona R290 heat pump and Uflex system, you can manage temperatures with precision, room by room.
With intuitive scheduling systems, temperature management settings, and a remote control via smartphone option, you can adjust your system on the go, a perfect option for when warmer weather strikes. By using a smart controller, you can avoid unnecessary energy usage, helping your system work smarter, not harder.
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Insulate Your Home
Insulation does more than keep your home warm in winter; it also prevents excess heat from leaking in during summer. Solid attic insulation and insulated doors and windows can significantly reduce heat levels.
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Limit Internal Heat Sources
It’s easy to forget how much heat we generate indoors from everyday appliances, like ovens, dishwashers, tumble dryers, and even laptops. Each appliance contributes a small amount to the rising temperature inside your home.
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Cook outside or prepare meals that require minimal effort.
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Run appliances like washing machines at night, when the air is cooler.
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Switch off unnecessary electronic devices.
Even switching to LED bulbs can help; they emit less heat than traditional lighting.
Whilst heatwaves in Ireland are still relatively rare, warmer weather is becoming a more regular occurrence. At Grant, we’re committed to helping homeowners improve the comfort and efficiency of their homes.
From smart control solutions, which ensure you avoid using additional energy, to the Aerona R290, which can run at lower levels to ensure your home doesn’t get too warm, we offer a range of products and resources that will enhance your comfort.
Visit our Knowledge Hub for more expert advice, tips, and the latest insights on efficient home heating solutions.