At Abbey, we understand that the scorching weather this summer can be too much for some homeowners. With the weather getting stuffy, it is important to keep ventilated so fresh air can be let inside.
Ensuring your home is ventilated will reduce the risk of condensation and damp spots, which cause many health problems. Without ventilation, you have no control over the airflow of the building.
We supply and install a variety of windows and doors that are equipped with advanced double glazing. In this article, here are 6 ways that you can keep your home ventilated this summer.
Open Your Doors And Windows
One of the easiest ways to keep your home ventilated is to open up interior doors and windows that lead into the garden. This is because air is able to circulate throughout the home. At Abbey, we offer bifold doors, French doors, and Tilt and Turn windows.
Bifold doors fold out like a concertina, which makes them compact. Building a seamless connection with your house and garden lets fresh air straight into your home. French doors differ in that they burst open, letting fresh air inside. Tilt and turn windows tilt inwards for easy and child safe ventilation. As a result, this will save space for the air to breathe.
These offer fantastic ventilation as they are able to open wide. The indoor air will be replaced by fresh outdoor air, getting rid of allergens and pollutants. This will result in a cleaner home for you and your family.
Position Openings for Cross Ventilation
Another way you can keep your home in Reading ventilated is to position openings. This will allow fresh air to enter your home from multiple places. By doing this, the opening will breeze through your home easier, meaning you can position the windows on two sides of the wall or next to each other.
It is essential to have multiple window plans throughout a house. This makes it easier for a cooling fresh breeze to enter your property in Reading.
Install Natural Ventilation Systems in Your Property Which Adjust Openings
An automatic ventilation system is ideal for your Reading home because it automatically controls the airspace in your home. Not only is it useful when you are out of the house, but it prevents overheating as well. By doing this, it will save money on your air conditioning bills and lets fresh air in your property all year round.
It will reduce your carbon footprint over time, saving plenty of money on the environment. If you are looking to make your home sustainable, invest in a natural ventilation system. In comparison to mechanical ventilation, save between 24-71% on carbon emissions.
Natural ventilation is a breath of fresh air as you are able to use your entire space. Automated ventilation means no unsightly guttering in your property, so the space can be expanded even further.
Use Stack Ventilation to Control the Temperature
Another way to control the air temperature is to use stack ventilation. Warm air will rise higher, so it escapes through larger openings while bringing in cool air from the lower parts of the window. Adding a skylight is perfect for this because it will encourage cross ventilation while bringing natural light into your property easily. This will save on your energy bills while bringing in convective air movement.
Take Advantage of Colder Air Temperatures
As the sun sets in the evenings, you will benefit from a cooler breeze. By leaving windows open at night, extra fresh air will pour its way through your home. Save money on your air conditioning bills when you choose to open your windows in the evenings.
With the temperature dropping at night, once the window is open, you will benefit from a cooler property. It will reduce air pollutants as well.
Use Trickle Ventilation From Air Vents
Trickle ventilation is a method of natural ventilation which uses small pockets of air to enter your home easily. This way, you will save money on energy bills, minimising draughts and mould spots in the process.
Conclusion
We hope that this article has helped you understand ways of ventilating your home. At Abbey, we believe it is very important to keep your home ventilated in the summer, and we offer knowledge and experience to help you.
To find out more, give us a call at 0118 956 6866 or fill out our online contact form. We look forward to hearing from you soon.
