The Roaches are Coming! - Super Heat and Air
“What do roaches have to do with air conditioning?” is a valid question you might be asking yourself right now. Well, the temperature in your house could greaten or lessen your encounters with these vile creatures! Roaches prefer warmer temperatures where there are sources of moisture. If your air conditioner is set below 77°F, they’re likely to seek a warmer spot somewhere else. During cockroach season, it’s wise to set your air conditioner’s thermostat to cool below 77°F. Cooler indoor temperatures can help repel them.
(Hey, you might be trying to lower your electricity bills by keeping your thermostat higher, but take your pick: a few extra bucks on your bill or dirty demonic bugs colonizing your home? Your choice!)
The water from your air conditioner’s drain pan may have attracted roaches too. Your air conditioner evacuates water to the outside of your home, creating moisture that could draw them in. And if one of those creepy little
(beep)s crawls into an air vent, be careful not to spray pesticide into it. That’s because whatever you spray in there will circulate into the air you breathe. You can open up your air vents and place roach traps inside of them as an alternative, but it’s not recommended. We instead recommend
calling Super Heat and Air to get your air vents and air ducts cleaned!
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