The ideal sleeping temperature is 65°F (just over 18°C), but what about a normal daytime temperature?
Everyone seems to like their home temperature to be a little different while they go about their day. Schools keep it cold while people who regularly work outside feel ACs can be blasting a bit hard for their liking.
Then there’s the matter of efficiency. If you like it cold but the bills get to be too high you won’t be enjoying that frigid air for too much longer.
So what is the ideal temperature? Let’s find out!
Home Temperature: A Topic on the Rise
The thermostat has become a frequent point of friction between roommates and families, second only to the tv remote. Air conditioning is essential in American culture, as more than 90% of American households have them.
One of the biggest problems, though, is that our method of cooling our homes and businesses is wildly inefficient. What can affect efficiency? A shortlist includes:
- Layout and size of the house
- Orientation to the sun
- Humidity
- Health, Age, and number of occupants
But efficiency is only one part of the puzzle. While the average usage and price of electricity across the nation vary from state to state, Americans consume just under $110 worth of electricity per month.
Using less is great but so is having cheap electricity. Hawaii, one of the places that could benefit most from AC usage, averages $300 a month in electric bills.
Open plans benefit from less ductwork, and more efficient airflow, making for a cooler home for less. Big windows facing the sun drive heat into your home as well. Even lowering a shade for the top third at the brightest part of the day will cut down on glare and heat.
Humidity holds heat in the air and makes it a bitter cold quicker. Think about using dehumidifiers to keep the air temperature comfortable as it fluctuates throughout the day.
Kids and the elderly are more sensitive to temperature changes. Following through on the above tips will keep tempers a bit cooler for everyone.
Give It To Me Straight
Across the nation, people in winter prefer about a 70°F ( 21°C) and in the summer 68°F (20°C). So as long as you keep it between 68 to 70°F, nobody will get hurt fighting.
Of course, depending on where you live, the price of that perfect temperature might run high. To make sure your system is running efficiently and in good working order, you need an expert, such as at DNDAIR.com.
Professionals can also tell you when your system has had enough and needs to be replaced or upgraded to properly heat and cool your space. Not all homes are the same and there is no single solution to everyone’s cooling and heating needs.
Cooling Down on a Hot Topic
Home temperature doesn’t have to be a hot topic in your home or office. Make sure to have a professional give an assessment. Chances are you can use some maintenance or an upgrade to make your space feel pleasant and comfortable.
Enjoy a cool house? At Skipping Stone Design, we do too. We have loads of articles on home improvement, DIY, health, and more.
Want to know more about how to build your home or how to winterize it? Yep, we have that, too!
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