3 Hacks to Keep Your House Cool
Close Your Curtains
Close blinds on north and west-facing windows on hot days. If you’re in a tropical area, ‘blackout’ curtains will also help keep out the heat.
Turn Up Your AC Dial To Save!
Save 10% on your monthly energy bill by turning your AC up just 1°C. Ideally, keep the thermostat between 22 and 24°C degrees.
Ice, Ice Baby
Need emergency heat relief? Place a shallow bowl of ice in front of a fan to create an icy-cool breeze that won’t break the bank.
Olé! Jump on These Grasshopper Tacos
Grasshoppers have long been a delicacy in Mexico. These crunchy guys are also a sustainable replacement for meat! Why not give these deliciously spicy grasshopper tacos a try this summer?
Pest of the Month: The Australian (Flying) Cockroach
Meet Mr (or Ms) November! While common across Australia, they’re actually an introduced species which probably originated in Africa, and can be found in tropical climates around the world. One of their most distinctive characteristics? Taking flight into your house when the temperature goes up! Find out how to stop them.
Need to talk to a pest expert? Call 1300 270 019