As the weather finally gets warmer, it's important to know how to keep your home comfortable and safe in warmer weathers - as failing to keep your home cool during 30-degree heatwaves can have a significant impact on your health and well-being.

Whether you are a homeowner, a tenant, or a business owner - our experts have compiled a list of the most effective ways we can keep our house cool, especially during the heatwaves we can expect to be seeing more of in the following years as global warming intensifies.

Let’s take a look at the most effective tricks you can utilise when deciding how to keep the house cool - most of which can be done without spending a penny!

Keeping curtains and blinds drawn during the day is one popular method to keep heat out. Doing this typically at the hottest part of the day is ideal, usually between 10 am – 4 pm. This will help keep the sunlight off your home, preventing additional heat.

Using different types of curtains with thicker fabric and lighter colours can have varying degrees of success at cooling other rooms in your home, depending on the sun's position. 

Thick blackout curtains can also be beneficial for blocking any gaps where sunlight can peak through or cracks around the windows. This will, therefore, prevent any cool air from escaping. 

By drawing curtains and blinds effectively in the daytime, you can also improve the efficiency of your fan or air conditioning unit, as they won’t be fighting the warm, sunny air that can quickly heat up your home.

Turning off all unnecessary lights in unoccupied rooms and appliances when they are no longer in use can help with temperature reduction, as they can generate a significant amount of heat over time. 

When it comes to light bulbs, one way to combat this issue is to consider using LED lighting instead.

This is because traditional incandescent bulbs are highly inefficient and can give off up to 90% of their energy as heat, whereas LED bulbs will convert 90% of the energy to light, making them a much cooler option in the heat. 

In the long run, LED light bulbs use much less energy overall, making them a cost-effective lighting solution.

We know that investing in a Heat Pump can be costly, however, they are a versatile and efficient system that can help you keep your home cool in the warmer months. 

An air source heat pump typically works by transferring the ambient air from outside, which passes a compressor that will heat your home. The heat pump can also work by removing heat from the indoor air to the outdoor air, effectively cooling your home and providing a consistent and comfortable climate in your living space, regardless of the outside temperature.

This is because the system won't rely on cool air from the outside, but instead, it extracts heat from the indoor air, which will affect your home's temperature. 

Additionally, a heat pump can enhance indoor air quality by filtering out pollen, dust and other airborne particles, while also extracting and maintaining optimal moisture levels in your property.

If you want to discover more about heat pumps, why take a look at our Heat Pump FAQ, where we have answered some of the nation's common questions.

Choosing a suitable exterior material can make a surprising amount of difference in how naturally cool your home is.

For instance, using darker paint colours will typically absorb more warmth from the sun, which can increase the temperature inside your home and could increase your monthly bills from trying to keep your home cool. 

Instead, choosing lighter-coloured walls can reflect more sunlight and absorb less heat, which will help keep your home cooler during hot summer days. There’s a reason why many countries with hotter climates utilise white painted buildings.

If you're thinking about updating the appearance of your house, opting for a lighter shade for the exterior can provide a renewed look and contribute to keeping your home cooler and more energy-efficient during the warmer months.

Investing in an air conditioning unit is one of the most effective ways to keep our homes cool in warmer months, and more Brits than ever before are turning to air conditioning to keep their homes cool when heatwaves hit.

Air conditioning units won't only make us feel relaxed and comfortable, but a cooler setting will also boost our productivity and help against heat-prevented illnesses such as stroke and dehydration. It's recommended to keep an eye out for units with a high energy efficiency rating, such as the Bosch Climate 3000I range, to keep your energy bills low. 

Portable air conditioning units are another great option for a flexible cooling solution, saving on any installation costs and adding portability to your home cooling. 

If you want to discover which air conditioning units will be best suited for your home, then check out our Air Conditioning Buying Guide.

Additionally, if you have any further questions, check out our Air Conditioning FAQs & Guidance - where we have answered some of the nation's most common questions regarding air conditioning. 

Unplugging appliances, closing blinds and natural ventilation are only a few methods of keeping your home cool and comfortable during the summer months.

If you require further expert advice on effective cooling methods, then get in touch or contact your local City Plumbing branch. 

We stock a wide range of packaged air conditioners and evaporative coolers - both can help keep your home nice and cool in the warm months without excessive cooling costs.