Royal Heating & Air: Keep Safe From The Sun This Summer With These Tips!

Summer is just about here and the best way to stay safe from the sun is in the cool air conditioning! Air conditioners save us from the summer heat and keep us comfortable all season when they are working correctly. Just having it installed is not enough when prepping for summer, you should have a professional complete a few maintenance tasks to prolong the life of your AC. A professional HVAC tune-up at the Lake of the Ozarks is one of the safest ways to check whether your system is in good condition for summer. Here are a few other tips to keep you cool this summer!

Cover up!

Sun exposure can cause sunburn, skin aging such as skin spots, wrinkles, or “leathery skin,” eye damage, and skin cancer, the most common of all cancers.

You can cloth yourself with ultraviolet protection factor labeled clothing or darker colored pieces. Don’t forget the sunglasses or wide-brimmed hats to keep your eyes protected!

Wear Your Sunscreen

Reduce your skin cancer risk by wearing sunscreen daily, especially in the summer! It is finally time for fun summer activities, but don’t let that distract you from keeping your health a priority!

Choose the correct sunscreen for your skin and apply 15 minutes before you plan on going outdoors! Broad spectrum with a SPF of 30 or higher. Find one that is also water-resistant so your time in the water won’t wash off your sunscreen. Reapply sunscreen every couple of hours as directed on the sunscreen. We would even suggest protecting your lips with sunscreen ChapStick.

Seek Shade

Seek shade and limit your time in direct sunlight during the sun peak hours of 10 AM and 4 PM during the summer. Use an umbrella or take a break from the sun in the air conditioning!

Use the UV Index forecast

Tune in to local radio and TV stations or check online for the UV index forecast in your area. When the UV index is 3 or higher, wear protective clothing, sunglasses, and sunscreen, even when it’s cloudy.

Drink plenty of cool liquids (especially water) before you feel thirsty

If sunny days are also hot and humid, stay cool and most importantly, hydrated to avoid heat illness. Dehydration is very dangerous, and you should always carry water with you when you plan on being outdoors.

Avoid using tanning equipment

There is no such thing as a ‘healthy’ tan. Using tanning equipment damages your skin and increases your risk of developing melanoma, the deadliest form of skin cancer.

Fun Fact

Did you know even animals practice sun protection?! Chimpanzees avoid the midday sun and hippos secrete pink-colored oil that acts like a sunscreen to protect their skin from sunburn.

Royal Heating and Air Wishes You a Safe and COOL Summer

Sun safety is ALWAYS in season, and it is so important to protect your skin from potential sun damage. Skin cancer is on the rise and one of the most common forms for cancer is the Unites States.

Whether you have a whole house or one room unit air conditioner, do not make it work harder than it needs to! Schedule a maintenance check up with your HVAC professional to keep your unit working efficiently to keep your home cool all season long! If you see any leaks or signs your AC unit has been compromised, call your HVAC professional near the Lake of the Ozarks!

Family vacations to the lake are always memorable and fun! With all that our beautiful community has to offer, there is no wonder weekenders choose to take up semi-permanent residency here in the summer months, and we happily welcome them! If you are here for the weekend and looking to create some excellent memories that the whole family will cherish, Royal Heat and Air wishes you a safe summer at the lake! We hope you follow these sun safety tips for the best summer with your family and friends!

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