Record temperatures drives up home air conditioning sales
Companies see inquiries surge during heatwaves as UK households look to cool down their homes.
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Notable Quotes
"Many homes are unable to maintain comfortable temperatures during the more frequent and intense heatwaves we are experiencing as a result of climate change."
— Marc Newbold , Executive
"The phone doesn't stop ringing from 08:00 to 20:00 as people look for last minute, same day air-con units."
— Jasheem Benson , Executive
"Our house does not cool for weeks after the heat and Bailey couldn't breathe in his own home during the heat, but the air-con would sort him out."
— Lizz Fleming , Other
Key People
Co-founder of Aircon Services, involved in the booming air conditioning market.
Runs Aervue Air Conditioning in Birmingham, reporting high demand for services.
Homeowner from Leamington Spa who installed air conditioning for her dog.
Co-founder of Aircon Services, which provides air conditioning solutions.
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Companies see inquiries surge during heatwaves as UK households look to cool down their homes.
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