Have you ever thought of planting trees near your home? If you do, it will provide shade for you during the hot summer months. When trees are tall and thick, they can provide quite a bit of shade and keep you cool. Instead of planting any old tree, talk to a professional about the ones that are best suited for your climate and location. You could even have a nursery come to your house for better recommendations about what to plant and where to plant them. It is not recommended to do this on your own unless you know what you're doing. Security lighting is another thing you can try to do. It is quick and inexpensive to install this outside. Motion sensor activated lighting is recommended over the traditional switch-based lighting system. Install this near an area that you would be at night. This is typically near the garage or the door where you go in your house. Adding one of these lights to your backyard can help you see on that side of the home as well. Whoever or whatever t