This is my first summer working in the Austin summer heat. Wow! I don't know how people do this their whole lives. I threw up in a customer's yard today and the heat is not getting better anytime soon. Any tips on how I can survive this heatwave?

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It will only get worse sorry to say

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Get cooling clothing (shirts and bandannas and whatnot)

Hey I have a question for you I literally requested an HVAC tech to come assess my unit because they ac has been messed up for months and it’s a 1.5 bedroom 1 bath and my electric bill was $456 this month and it never gets below 78 degrees. Any guidance you can give me would be soooooooo much appreciated I’m at a loss here.

It might be leaking coolant, how old is your unit? Also, how old is your home? If your windows are older and aren't properly sealed, the cool air is pouring out of your house and the hot will come in. Home insulation and your roof/attic could be an issue as well. That is why I asked how old your home is.

Wait until the 100 degree midnight nights begin

Preparation tbh - get as much done early, bring water, have cold wet towels, hats, etc.

Definitely choosing breathable fabrics, getting started early, hydrating throughout the day (not just once you're already hot). I had to lose some lbs too and that has dramatically helped me stay cooler in the heat.

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