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There aren’t many things that are as simultaneously dispiriting and aggravating as discovering a bunch of mold has not only formed but spread. Although you’d probably rather just ignore it and pretend it never happened, the right course of action is to do whatever possible to make sure it goes away for good. Mold poses a serious risk to your health if left untreated, and the sooner it’s been taken care of, the better.

If you’re not prepared to undergo a grueling battle against this fungus, though, you might be in over your head. It’s a dangerous organism, and if you’re not careful you can end up making the situation worse than when you started out. American Air and Heat has a simple guide to help you identify mold in your home, and our expert technicians can implement a comprehensive mold solution for you and your home in the event it becomes too large a problem to solve on your own.

Spot the Source

Mold, in just about every case – if not all – is going to appear where the conditions are dark and moist. That means places like the bathroom, where moisture is created and just sits there, is an ideal location. Mold is usually bad about hiding itself, however, because it gives off a distinct smell that will lead you to it. When you get rid of mold, take extra care to go after the source it’s coming from and correct the conditions that led to its formation in the first place.

Ventilate, Ventilate, Ventilate

If you’re going to make sure mold isn’t able to return after you remove it, introducing adequate ventilation is paramount. Open windows, use exhaust fans, or anything else you can think of to get the air moving and prevent the stale, damp air from becoming stagnant.

Chemical Concoctions

There are a couple of chemicals that work as ideal weapons against the malicious mold.

• Spray mold with 3-percent hydrogen peroxide and let it do its magic. After a while, the mold should go away.
• Bleach is great as well, as long as it’s on a surface that isn’t porous (think mirrors or bathroom tile). Use a ratio of 1 gallon of water per cup of bleach to create a solution that breaks mold up.
• Borax works well also, again in a 1 gallon of water to 1 cup of chemical ratio. Just make sure not to wash away the chemical after you’ve applied it to the mold-infected area.

This goes without saying, but any time you decide to roll up your sleeves and engage the mold directly, wear personal protection equipment. Eye protection, a respirator and rubber gloves are essential, as is closing off vents, doors and windows to ensure the mold spores don’t escape.

For larger projects, these home remedies might not be as effective. In that case, a call to a professional is in order. American Air and Heat has all the tools and expertise you need to get your home’s mold problem under control, and we’d be happy to help you out. Give us a call at (813) 703-1273 and watch your mold problems become a thing of the past!

There’s nothing quite like a cool summer evening, running barefoot through freshly cut grass with your favorite furry friend. Spending time with a pet is something we all cherish, and it never fails to bring a smile to our faces. However, we always need to be mindful of the heat levels our pet is experiencing, because they’re just as at risk for overheating as we are – and it can be hard to notice all the signs if you’re not keenly aware of what they look like.

To be on the safe side, it’s prudent to take precautions ahead of time to make sure pets stay as cool as possible, especially in a hot and humid climate like the one we endure here in Tampa. The best thing you can do is keep a watchful eye on them to identify times when they’re getting too hot, but there are also a handful of easy-to-implement ways you help keep your pet cool in the summer. Acree Plumbing, Air & Electric wants all of our neighbors to stay happy and comfortable, so we’d love to work with you and your family to find the best ways to make your home the relaxing place it deserves to be!

Keep the Humidity Level Down

Unlike humans, our pets don’t sweat. They get rid of excess heat through panting and through their paws, so when the humidity is too high, they can’t properly cool themselves down. Taking steps to reduce humidity in your home – like purchasing moisture-absorbing plants, or investing in a dehumidifier – will drastically help your pet out.

Have a Pool Party!

Like we said, pets shed heat through their paws as well as through panting. One fun way to cool them down is to get a smaller-sized kiddie pool and fill it up with water, so that your pet can frolic and relax in a comfortable place. They’ll be grateful, even though they might not be able to express it!

Grooming is Essential

While you shouldn’t necessarily shave them down all the way – that can be counterproductive to some breeds of pets – regular trims are recommended. Extra hair ends up trapping heat that hurts your pet, so be sure to stay on top of a consistent grooming schedule.

Be Smart About Exercise

Some breeds of dogs require regular exercise, otherwise they’ll be bundles of pent-up energy in your home that you won’t be able to calm down. When you take them for a walk, a jog or a trip to the local dog park, aim to do so when the temperature is cooler. Mornings and evenings are ideal exercise times, as opposed to the afternoon.

Have Safeguards at the Ready

No matter how much you prepare, you won’t always be able to keep your pet’s temperature as low as it should be. In the event that their internal heat level accidentally becomes too high and dangerous, it’s smart to have emergency cooling supplies ready. Cooling packs and blankets are good precautions to take.

Hopefully you and your pet stay icy cool all summer long and can enjoy even more quality time together. Whether you’re a first-time pet owner or a seasoned veteran, these tips will be helpful to you, and we hope they serve you and your pet well.

Acree Plumbing, Air & Electric is committed to helping all of Tampa stay as comfortable as possible, so if you’d like to learn more about reducing humidity or optimizing your AC for you and your pet, get in touch with us! Give us a call at (813) 703-1273 to schedule an appointment!

Opening the front door and entering into your home should be a welcome respite from the humid, soggy Tampa air we’ve all gotten very good at enduring. Ideally, you’d be greeted by a blast of crisp, clean, moisture-free air to breathe and enjoy. Unfortunately, no such luck today. The humidity levels in your home aren’t any lower than they are outside, and frankly, you’re sick of it. But, what to do about it? You can’t just magically make the humidity go away – or can you?

As it turns out, moisture levels are actually somewhat easy to lower through a handful of different means, most of which you already have access to at home! Some require simple adjustments to methods or processes you undergo all the time, while others just involve you introducing a certain element or piece of equipment into your home. Acree Plumbing, Air & Electric, Tampa’s go-to air quality experts, have a handful of simple ways you can get rid of those sky-high humidity levels.

And of course, if you don’t want to deal with all that humidity yourself and instead kick back and let someone else handle it, don’t hesitate to give us a call!

Ventilation: The Key to This Operation

When you decide to get rid of humidity, the goal is essentially to introduce a heavy dose of ventilation to your home. The airflow is what gets rid of the excess moisture, so finding ways to increase that should be paramount. Luckily, there isn’t any shortage of ways to do so.

• Open up doors and windows, which will encourage sufficient airflow throughout your home. Couple that with fans to make sure the air gets out.
• While cooking, cover your pots and pans to make sure steam doesn’t escape and start to hang out in places you can’t get rid of it.

Maintain Filter Replacement

Again, the airflow is what’s important here, and the easiest way to make sure your air circulation remains clean and clear is just to stay on top of replacing the filter regularly. It seems like a no-brainer, but you’d be surprised at how many people simply forget or neglect to perform this basic task.

Adjust the AC

Some of us like to keep the switch on our AC set to “ON” all the time – and why wouldn’t we? It makes sense, right? More AC equals more air, which means less humidity. However, as counterintuitive as it might seem, switching it to “AUTO” allows the AC to drain all the moisture it’s been sucking up. By leaving the switch on “ON” all the time, the unit doesn’t have any time to get rid of everything it’s absorbed, meaning it’ll eventually spit back out all the stuff you want gone.

Shorter Showers

This one’s easy. Decrease the amount of time you spend taking a shower, and you’ll drastically reduce the amount of hot water – and therefore, steam – that wafts into your air. See? Simple! (Plus, shorter showers means you’ll spend less on the water bill as well.)

Pick a Few Plants

Some house plants are naturally great at soaking up airborne moisture. The Tillandsia, for instance, gets the water necessary for it to live from the air. It doesn’t need a root system to grow, so it’s extremely versatile! Others, like a Boston Fern, add a larger element of décor to your home in addition to serving a practical use.

This only begins to scratch the surface for the many humidity-reducing methods that are out there. To learn about other ways to do so, get in touch with Acree Plumbing, Air & Electric! We’re always ready and willing to help our neighbors, and we’d love to extend that to you as well. Give us a call at (813) 703-1273 and schedule an appointment today!

In a perfect world, your AC unit would be purring like a well-oiled engine, humming along while you and your family stay cool and comfortable all day long. Unfortunately, that’s not always the case. It’s a complicated piece of machinery, and as such it has a lot of things inside that work together to make it work. Most of the time it works as intended, but if even one part goes out of whack, you’ll usually be able to notice thanks to the funky sounds the AC will start making in response.

And because there are a lot of parts there, the range of sounds a wonky AC can make is vast. One thing could mean you need to make an imminent repair or risk replacing the unit as a whole, while others can indicate a minor issue you can afford to wait out. Acree Plumbing, Air & Electric has compiled a list of some of the most frequent sounds you might hear your AC making, and what can cause them. No matter what your AC concern is, let us handle it! Our technicians are the most reliable in the Tampa area, and we’ll get everything back in tip-top shape before you know it.

Squealing

When you start to hear what sounds like a constant, high-pitched noise like this, it usually means at least one component is nearing the end of its life, often either the blower fan or the compressor. Since a part is getting ready to go out for good, the only solution is to have it replaced.

Buzzing

The AC buzzing isn’t always the most critical of problems. The culprit typically comes down to one of a few things

• The AC could’ve been jarred loose, and the resulting balancing issue can shift how the parts work together.
• Leaking refrigerant can build up and lead to freezing, which means the AC will have to work harder than normal to overcompensate, causing a buzzing noise.

Rattling

If a part in the AC unit is malfunctioning or missing, you can hear a rattling noise. Sometimes it can be a serious problem, but other times it might be because some piece of debris got caught in it.

Whistling

A lower-than-normal level of return airflow leads to a whistling noise as the blower works harder to funnel air through a restricted opening. It can also be because a leak has sprung in the refrigerant or your ductwork, so the best option is to call an AC professional.

Bubbling

When your AC’s refrigerant line is clogged with air bubbles, you might be able to hear a resulting bubbling sound coming from it. Again, having someone who has a lot of AC know-how will save you time and money instead of waiting until the whole thing breaks.

This isn’t a comprehensive list of every sound an AC can make – there are far more than what we’ve explained here. If you’ve gotten your hands dirty with your unit before and can sufficiently identify the problem, then you’ll know what to do to fix it. However, for everyone else, calling Acree Plumbing, Air & Electric would be the best bet. Our technicians will have you back on your feet in no time. Give us a call at (813) 703-1273 and schedule an appointment today!

Clanging! Crashing! Banging! Whistling! Has… a marching band invaded your home, or is it something else? Well, go check to make sure there aren’t any spare tubas or clarinets stuck in your ceiling first, and then you can cross off that suggestion. What’s likely happening is that your air ducts are the source of the noise, and the sounds you’re hearing can be any number of wildly irritating things related to your ducts.

So, that’s the bad news: there isn’t one catch-all solution to the noises you’re hearing coming from your ducts. Diagnosing the culprit is next to impossible without having a trained professional come and take a look at your duct system. However, the good news: there are a few different things you can try to alleviate the issue, and you might be able to fix it yourself while at home! If you’re able to pinpoint where the noises are stemming from, you very well may patch the problem in a single afternoon. If you think the problem might be out of your hands, however, give the duct-noise professionals at Acree Plumbing, Air & Electric a call and let them come fix it for you!

What Could Be the Cause?

Like we said, the reasons your ducts are so noisy can be because of any number of things. It’s tough to say exactly what the causes are, but here are a few potential culprits.

• Loose Parts of Ducts: When something gets jarred loose, then the air flowing through it will find ways to rattle those separated panels or mechanical components. The resulting sounds will reverberate throughout the sheet-metal ductwork, making a loud, annoying noise.
• Expanding Metal: Ducts, in their neutral state, are cold, since they’re made of metal. When the furnace kicks on, hot air gets shoved through the ducts, and metal expands when exposed to heat. That’ll make strange sounds like a clicking or creaking, but it’s fairly normal.
• Something Obstructing Airflow: Sometimes, objects get stuck in the ductwork, whether that’s just a broken piece of machinery, or if some unsightly pest decided to make its home there. Obviously, air passing through will have a hard time doing its job if there’s something in front of it.
• Pressure Difference Too Great: This can be the result of any number of things, but it’s when the return airflow, as the name implies, carries a different level of air pressure than the exit airflow. That can make some distracting growling or rumbling sounds.

What Can I Do?

Right. Again, the solutions aren’t always the same, since every system is fickle. But with that said, you can try a few of the following fixes and see if they make a noticeable difference.

• Clean the Air Filter: A clogged filter can soon lead to the undesirable pressure difference we mentioned above. This is something you should be doing every month anyway, so if you haven’t done so already, this might be an easy answer.
• Switch Grilles: Sort of along the same lines as the filter issue. A grille or register that doesn’t mesh well with the airflow your system generates will lead to some weird noises — consider switching to a high-velocity model.
• Consult an HVAC Technician: The best and most recommended option. A trained professional will know what to do, and they’ll be able to identify the particular issue far better than a guide on the internet will.

 

To skip the guessing game, give Acree Plumbing, Air & Electric a call at (813) 703-1273 and have an experienced tech take a look. We’re the most reliable and trustworthy duct experts in the Tampa area, and we’ll have your ducts noise-free quicker than you’ll realize!

 

Now that we’re well into the dog days of summer, your AC unit has more than likely already been pulling its fair share of weight to keep you and your family cool throughout the day. Few appliances are as critical as your AC – especially here in Tampa. Managing it thoroughly enough to make sure it’ll keep chugging along as we venture through the remainder of these sweltering months is extremely important.

The best thing you can do to keep your home’s air crisp and cool all day every day is simple, and you don’t even have to lift a finger. By scheduling an AC tune-up, you’ll be able to check off all the boxes that ensure your unit doesn’t suddenly malfunction or get thrown out of balance. The cooling experts at Acree Plumbing, Air & Electric have the technical know-how to properly inspect every aspect of your AC unit and make sure it doesn’t miss a beat.

In case you’re not quite sure what the benefits of an AC tune-up are, they’ve got a quick guide for you! The pros vastly outweigh the cons, and Acree’s technicians will have your AC operating at tip-top efficiency in no time, and you’ll be able to enjoy the rest of the summer without a care in the world.

Preventative Maintenance Helps in the Long Run

The biggest reason an AC tune-up is something you might consider is that it enables a technician to catch anything that might become a serious problem, but well in advance. If you don’t already receive regular inspections, then your unit may have smaller issues that aren’t easily detectable by someone who isn’t a trained professional.

When a technician performs a tune-up, he’s able to spot things that, while they may be negligible at the time, could blossom into something much more harmful if not addressed soon. That way, you’ll be able to get ahead of potentially serious issues before they arise, saving you a significant amount of money on what would be costly repairs.

You Notice an Improvement in Your Home

When a qualified expert is able to perform a tune-up, he’s able to adjust anything that might’ve been thrown off-balance – even things you may not be able to notice. When he’s able to adjust things back to where they’re supposed to be, it’s entirely possible for you to experience an uptick in the quality of the air in your home. What, specifically, will you notice?

• Indoor Air Quality: Cleaner, more breathable air
• More efficient cooling: Fewer sporadic incidents where the AC will sputter or stop working for periods of time
• Quicker Changes: Smaller dead periods, where the AC has to wait a while to kick in and adjust the temperature to whatever you’ve set it to. It’ll happen much quicker.

Having your AC unit tuned up is one of the best decisions you can make as a homeowner. Not only will you see a drastic difference in your day-to-day experience at home, but you’ll be able to maximize the life of your AC and avoid having to shell out a ton of money to have it repaired or replaced.

 

The experts at Acree Plumbing, Air & Electric are the Tampa area’s AC experts, and our team can perform a top-of-the-line tune-up on your unit in addition to countless other services. Give us a call at (813) 703-1273 and schedule an appointment today!

Welcome to the dog days of summer! Aren’t you glad you’re here? The humid weather, the mosquitoes, the even-higher-than-normal temperatures – they’re all indicators that everyone’s favorite time of the year in Tampa has arrived, and it’s bigger and better than ever! Right, well, you get the idea. It’s hot. You’re doing your best to keep everyone in your family cool at home, but with just one thermostat, you don’t have a lot of options. Your choices are either to deep-freeze every room at once and risk spending a boatload on energy or sweat off every pound on your body to save on bills.

Two great choices, aren’t they? Well, don’t fret too badly, because there’s another option, and it occupies a space that serves as a happy medium between the two polar-opposite examples above. Let the AC experts at Acree Plumbing, Air & Electric tell you all about Zoned Air Systems and how they can vastly improve the efficiency at which your home is cooled. And when you decide to make the switch, look no further than our team of experts to help you have it installed. They’ll have it done in no time, and you’ll be wondering why you didn’t get one earlier!

They Offer Convenience

A zoned air system effectively does what the name implies: its divvies up the areas of your home into separate “zones,” where each one is controlled by an individual thermostat apart from the others.

• With this setup, you’re able to adjust the temperature of each one however you – or another member of the family – would like. If someone wants their office to stay warmer, but someone else prefers their bedroom to stay frigid, then that’s absolutely possible.
• It’s essentially the same concept as buying several window units or portable air conditioners, except you’re saving a significant amount of money by opting for this instead.

They Save You Money

Gone are the days of setting one singular temperature for the whole house and forcing everyone to deal with it. Before, if you needed to make one room colder, then everybody else just had to figure out a way to compensate.

• The energy required to adjust an entire home’s worth of temperature changes adds up pretty quickly on your bill. However, it’s not like there was another option!
• But with a switch to a zoned air system, you’ll reap the rewards. According to the Department of Energy, a zoned air system can save you up to 30 percent on your energy bill.
• It also eliminates the need for you to spend money controlling the temperature of rooms like guest bedrooms or recreational spaces – ones you don’t use as much.

The cost to have a zoned air system can be a tad high up-front, but that will be mitigated and easily compensated for over the life of it thanks to the savings you’ll pocket each month. A zoned air system will be your best friend over the remainder of the summer, as well as when we get into the colder months. To learn more about how a zoned air system could help you and your family, call the folks at Acree Plumbing, Air & Electric at (813) 703-1273 and schedule an appointment today! We offer the most reliable service in Tampa, and we’d be glad to serve you!

Ah, Father’s Day. The one day a year when Dad gets to take a load off, kick back and relax while receiving gifts from his family to express their love and appreciation for everything he does for them. While unwrapping yet another tie and package of socks surely thrills Dad to no end, sometimes he might appreciate something a bit more useful around the home as his gift instead. Maybe you could even do both! He’d probably love to slide on a brand-new pair of fuzzy socks while knowing some of the tasks around the house were getting taken care of.

Make Dad’s day even more special by tackling these quick and easy DIY maintenance projects. They won’t take too long, and you don’t need to be an expert in home maintenance to figure out how to do them. The experts at Acree Plumbing, Air & Electric will walk you through how to perform each of them effectively, so you’ll know you’ve got everything you need to properly take care of them. For even more maintenance advice – or if you’d just prefer to let the professionals handle it all – let Acree take it off your hands!

Do Some Replacements

With all of the heavy-hitting tasks that need minding in the home – like whether the AC is running smoothly or not, or if the ducts may need re-sealing – sometimes the more routine boxes forget to be checked.

• Changing out the batteries in the smoke detectors – and testing them – is one we often neglect. Smoke detectors can be the difference, quite literally, between life and death, so make sure to replace them!
• Likewise, your air filter needs to be changed out every month. It’s easy as can be, and they’re not expensive for the most part.

Clear Out Debris

Depending on where you live, objects could have fallen or been moved near your home or something outside, like the outdoor component to your HVAC unit. Branches, twigs, or other debris can be easily cleared to a place where it won’t pose a threat.

If left uncleared, they can get lodged in the radiator or crash through a window, so walk around the perimeter and give it a quick check.

Test All GFCI Outlets

If you’ve got a lot of outlets where the potential for short-circuiting is high, like near water, then they’re likely equipped with GFCI – Ground-Fault Circuit Interrupter – protection. It monitors the current flowing in and out of the outlet and will cut it off if even the smallest difference is detected, before a short has time to spark or lead to a fire.

GFCI Outlets have a small “reset” button on the faceplate to restore power to them in the event the protection kicks in. Go to each one and press the button to ensure they work – if the button pops in, then it’s good. If it doesn’t, however, then a larger issue may be at play – one an electrician might need to take a look at.

Dad shouldn’t have to lift a finger on Father’s Day. Help him out with these simple home-maintenance tips and ensure he gets to enjoy the holiday dedicated specially for him. And remember, Acree Plumbing, Air & Electric can help you and your family ensure your home is ready for Father’s Day and the rest of the summer! Our technicians will get your AC in tip-top shape for the hot Tampa months, so give us a call at (813) 703-1273!

The pool is one of, if not the most, essential components of a successful summer – especially here in Tampa, where the dog days are accompanied by very muggy weather. When it’s crystal-clear and the perfect temperature, there’s no better place to be than the pool. But occasionally, the chemical imbalance will teeter in the wrong direction, and your pool will turn green. Sometimes it’s easy to restore the color to its rightful blue state, but other times it just won’t stop changing colors!

It’s quite a dilemma, and it makes for an unappealing look for something that should be a place of relaxation and serenity. After more than a few times of seemingly fixing the incorrect color, only for it to revert back to being that icky green, you might be feeling like you’re banging your head against a wall over and over again. Acree Plumbing, Air & Electric has a quick rundown on what exactly could be causing that green color in the first place.

If you’re able to figure out what went wrong, give your pool company a call to have it fixed – if the solution requires something beyond simple DIY repair. When you’re done in the pool, you usually go inside – so call us for any indoor air conditioning needs as well!

What Causes the Green?

First things first. When your pool turns green, it’s because algae has taken hold of the water and has begun spreading. It does so naturally, but routinely adding chlorine will prevent that.

• Chlorine kills the algae, leaving your pool that deep blue color that it should be. Algae, like other fungi, is alive, and it requires food. You can inadvertently provide it with sustenance by accidentally leaving organic compounds around the pool.
• Things like grass, leaves, and weeds are prime candidates to get eaten, allowing the algae to grow.

However, it’s not always because of algae. Sometimes, it’s simply because pollen has found its way to the pool and accumulated, making the pool look a greenish-yellow color. To remove it, you might need a flocculant. However, it’s harmless.

Chlorine is Key

So, often times when the pool won’t stop turning green, the solution is just to add more chlorine. However, it won’t work if the PH balance in your pool isn’t in the right range. It needs to stay between 7.4 and 7.6, and anything outside of that won’t allow chlorine to do its job effectively. Shock the pool, and shock it repeatedly, to effectively fight the algae.

But first, to determine what you’re dealing with, taking a water test and taking it to a professional to have them identify the makeup of the water is the best choice.

So, when your pool won’t stop turning green, it’s likely because the chlorine level isn’t sufficiently high enough. However, you can’t be sure without having someone who specializes in it examine your water – so take a sample and have it analyzed. You’ll have your outdoor experience back to normal in no time, and for the complete summer experience, let the folks at Acree Plumbing, Air & Electric take care of the indoor component. We offer total AC care and will keep you and your family cool all summer long! Call us at (813) 703-1273 to schedule an appointment today!

Now that summer has arrived, the time for kids to be free and embrace those precious few months without going to school every day is upon us. It’s a time for fun spent with friends, and a lot of times those friendships can include activities that take place outdoors. Being outside presents lots of opportunities for fun, but the open spaces can also include a host of dangers that can harm the participants. Things you may not even think of can pose a risk, but by being careful and staying on top of them, you can make sure your kids remain safe while having fun.

Swimming, hiking, playing sports and even simply enjoying the company of others while outdoors can all be dangerous if the right precautions aren’t taken in advance. Don’t let your child be the one to suffer an injury or fall ill because the proper measures weren’t followed. Acree Plumbing, Air & Electric has a handful of helpful tips for you to keep in mind over these sweltering months, and they’ll help you make sure your child remains happy and healthy while they maximize this brief time of fun in the sun.

General Safety

These first few tips aren’t exclusive to any one particular activity, but rather they’re broader steps everyone should take as general precautions.

• Be aware of your surroundings/environment. It can be easy to get lost, even in a place you know like the back of your hand. Always be conscious of where you and your family are so that doesn’t happen.
• Everywhere, but especially in Tampa, bug spray is essential. The mosquitos will swarm around you constantly if you don’t defend them effectively, and they carry a risk of infection and sickness.
• Wear tick-repellant clothes. Ticks can jump on you and your child without you knowing it, but longer pants and sleeves will take care of that.

Water Safety

When most of us think of the summer, we imagine fun afternoons spent on the lake, ocean or pool. The water is great, but it can be very dangerous as well.

• Make sure your children know how to swim. This goes without saying – especially if you plan on being around water consistently – but teaching them how to swim will allow them to do what’s necessary to keep afloat should they get separated.
• Supervise your children around the pool. It can be tempting to kick back and take a nap under the sun, but a lot of accidents happen in silence. Always keep an eye on their surroundings and situations to ensure you can spring into action if necessary.

Sun Safety

Nothing’s better than laying out and getting a good tan, but the sun can be pose a substantial risk to your health if you endure direct sunlight for too long.

• Be sure to wear proper sunscreen. An SPF of 15 should be fine but re-apply it often to always be certain you’re getting protected properly.
• Wear light, loose clothing. Protect yourself! Too much exposure can lead to sunburns, or worse.
• Stay hydrated. Dehydration is a serious issue, and a lot of times you won’t even realize it’s happening until your body is in desperate need of water. Drink plenty of it, even if you’re not immediately thirsty.

The summer is one of the best times of the year for family fun, but don’t let inadequate preparation ruin it. Follow these steps – which aren’t a complete list by any stretch – and have fun! And remember, Acree Plumbing, Air & Electric has the tools to help make sure your home remains ready for the summer. Give us a call at (813) 703-1273 to learn how!