When summer hits, many homeowners, especially those in older houses, struggle to sleep. The walls soak up heat during the day, and by nightfall, your room feels more like a sauna than a bedroom. We've been hearing this more and more lately. And while installing a new AC system or whole-house insulation may not be realistic for everyone, there are some practical and affordable ways to make your home more comfortable. 5 Practical Ways to Keep Your Home Cooler! Starting Today! * Open window, boost natural ventilation When the outside air is cooler than inside, open windows to let it do the work for you. From our industry experience: Use hinged windows, like casement or awning, to catch more breeze than sliding windows. * Install curtains, block Solar Heat Gain Before It Enters Most indoor heat comes from direct sunlight on windows. Stop it before it enters. Curtains, louvers, exterior window awnings, or shades are also some options. * Using weatherstripping, improve sealing around windows and door Focus on window corners, sliding tracks, and door frames, and check for drafts by placing your hand near the frame. As manufacturers, we've seen how even minor gaps affect indoor temperature control and energy bills. * Upgrade a few strategic windows if possible. Full replacement might not be an option, but partial upgrades can still help. You don't have to upgrade everything, just focus on where the heat hits hardest. Target west-facing windows with Low-E glass, consider double-glazed or thermally broken frames in the hottest rooms, and swap out stuck or fixed windows with ones that open airflow is important. From our industry experience: even upgrading just one window to improve airflow can make a difference, especially in bedrooms. How to confirm Long-term comfort? The Real option Is Better Windows and Doors Most of these are short-term hacks. They help, but they don't solve the root problem. If your house gets unbearably hot every summer (and freezing in winter), your windows and doors probably aren't doing their job. Here's why upgrading them matters: * Modern insulated windows reduce heat transfer dramatically * Proper sealing cuts down on energy loss * less fan/AC usage, lowers electricity bills Final thoughts No one wants to feel like they're sleeping in a sauna. These small changes can help you stay cooler, sleep better, and save money.If your home turns into an oven every summer, it might be time to rethink what's letting all that heat in. Big or small, every change adds up. But if you're thinking long-term comfort and energy savings, upgrading your windows and doors is the smartest move you can make. Let us know what kind of challenges you're facing,we'd love to help you find a solution that actually works for your home and budget