Buy a Whole House Fan

This summer has been predicted to be cooler than usual. This is a great development, if you decide to install a whole house fan. A whole house fan takes the air from the house and puts it into the attic. This hot air is cooler than what is in the attic.

The result of using a whole house fan is a savings of up to 5% on your energy bill. The fan can cost anywhere from $150 to $350. The cost of the total installation is closer to $1000 to $1600 and should be installed by a reputable electrician.

A whole house fan is best used for days under 70 degrees. For hotter days, you will still need to use an air conditioner. There is the potential of a back draft problem, so make sure that it is installed by a reputable individual. If you have the money to invest in this item, it would be a good money saver.

Seersucker

Are you sick of sweating behind your desk as the thick cotton shirt slowly creates an oven like effect around you? If this sounds like you it is time to switch to a truly eco friendly material.

Seersucker is a thin cotton woven material. These days you can even have a suit made from this very breathable material. If you are forced to wear long sleeves in the summer consider a seersucker shirt.

What makes seersucker so eco-friendly? The less you sweat the less air conditioning you have to use. The end result is less electricity and energy being used. Seersucker can also be made from organic cotton. If you want to be doubly eco conscious then consider buying organic seersucker clothing.