Your air conditioner is one of the hardest-working appliances in your home. The less it has to struggle against trapped heat and poor airflow, the better it can do its job. This summer, don’t just think about making colder air. Think about helping your home stay cooler in the first place. The Heat Is On, but with a few smart improvements, your home can stay comfortable while using less energy and putting less strain on your cooling system.

Throughout the month, we’ve talked about preparing your home for guests, making sure it’s ready for new appliances, and even laughed about the little electrical things couples argue about. There’s one idea that ties all of those together: The things we value deserve our attention.

When people think about their homes, they usually think about the things they can see. Fresh paint.New flooring.A remodeled kitchen.Beautiful landscaping. But some of the most important parts of a home are hidden behind walls, tucked away in attics, or mounted in garages. Things like:

Every couple has them. The little disagreements that somehow show up over and over again. Maybe it’s where to eat dinner.Maybe it’s how the dishwasher gets loaded.Maybe it’s whether the thermostat should be set at 68 degrees or 74 degrees. And if you’ve been married long enough, there’s a good chance at least a few of those disagreements involve the house. As electricians, we’ve learned that some of the most common household frustrations aren’t really about electr