20 years ago this coming September we moved into our house. 20 years ago we started with all new appliances, all new carpet, and an all new heating and cooling system.
Since, we've added a second story, updated all carpets and floors, and all appliances. Some more than once.
Never the heating and cooling system.
Two summers ago the cooling system went out. The technician said it was due to a freon leak, and the amount he quoted just to try and find the leak (no guarantees), was outrageous. We decided to brave the California summer without air conditioning, which was a bit brutal at times, but we survived.
Calling it "back to basics" made it a bit more bearable, plus the hugely lower electric bill also helped tolerate the heat.
Now, this winter the heater went on the blink.
"Back to basics" has come full circle.
I've always wondered how it would feel to go though a Southern California winter without the help of central air and I guess this year is the year to find out.
Due to our favorable geographic location, we certainly are in no danger of freezing to death, but getting out of bed in the morning with the in house temperature at 53 degrees F is not fun.
Wool socks, slippers, and many layers of clothing are standard attire around the house this winter.
Will I do it again next winter?
Probably not! I'm thinking, I'll (have to) make an investment this year and update our heating and cooling system. Maybe our little experiment will help us use energy a bit more sparingly and responsibly in the future.
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