I live in eastern PA, where the average temperature in the summer isn't too bad (mid-upper 80s). Even when it gets into the low 90s with dew points under 70, I can deal with it. But there's some days where it just gets unbearably hot. Last summer there were 2 heat waves where it got so hot and humid (high of 95/low of 75) I couldn't sleep at night. I had 2 fans running on me and my windows all the way open, and my room still felt like it was a swamp.
I've tried to close my blinds to keep the sun out during the day, and closing those windows, but that's not very effective. Maybe it's because my blinds suck, but I don't know. While my room doesn't get as hot as it does without doing that, it still makes for some uncomfortable nights.
I've considered buying a used portable AC off Craigslist and only running it during the hottest part of the day, but I want that to be an absolute last resort. I know there are cheaper ways. Should I buy blackout curtains? Should I tint my windows? Should I do something else I haven't thought of yet? I'd appreciate any advice. I'd like to test out any suggestions during this mini heat wave tomorrow and Thursday, where it'll get hot but not unbearably hot.
May 16, 2017 at 10:17PM
