Mindful Cooling in Camden Communities

Growing up, I often heard my family complain about air conditioning. It wasn't just about the increased summer electricity bills, but a deep-rooted belief that cold air, especially from AC units, could make you sick. The most common complaint? Neck pain. In fact, Italians have a word for it: torcicollo, a stiff neck often blamed on a sudden blast of cold air!

Living in Texas, where summer temperatures frequently exceed 100°F, I began to reevaluate the beliefs I once dismissed. The dramatic contrast between the outdoor heat and the frigid indoor climate made me reflect on strategies for maintaining a healthy lifestyle while relying on air conditioning for comfort. Here's what I've learned from our Camden communities:

1. Prioritize HVAC Maintenance

Keeping your air conditioning system well-maintained is essential, not only for efficiency but for indoor air quality and wellness.

At Camden, our maintenance team has been stepping up to make our spaces healthier. Through service requests in the MyCamden portal, residents benefit from scheduled filter replacements to ensure clean airflow, duct cleaning to prevent mold and dust buildup, and system diagnostics to identify inefficiencies. The result? Cleaner air and reduced electricity usage!

2. Reduce Thermal Shock with Thoughtful Thermostat Use

Stepping from 100°F outdoor heat into a chilled 68°F apartment can stress your body. A thermostat set for gradual cooling helps ease the transition, allowing your body to adjust more comfortably and reducing risks like headaches or muscle tension.

3. Take a Dip in the Pool

Camden communities across the country offer refreshing resort-style pools, perfect for escaping the heat, relaxing outdoors, or hanging out with family and friends. Cool off, stay active, and enjoy summer your way. Check out our pools at Camden La Frontera and Camden Legacy Park.

Photo courtesy of Camden Legacy Park apartments in Plano, TX

By leaning into simple cooling strategies and making the most of what Camden communities provide, heat becomes less of a challenge and more of an opportunity. From cleaner air indoors to laid-back afternoons by the pool, it's all about healthier living and convenience.