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I love living in Charleston - the history, food and beaches are spectacular! There’s always an event or festival to enjoy with your friends and family. It’s truly like living on vacation. But what about the things they don’t tell you about? Here are the top 5 things I learned after moving to Charleston South Carolina.
Number 1 - the Bugs. There are 3 that you will get to know when you live here…The first, We have what is politely called a Palmetto Bug - it’s a cockroach and it flies…completely terrifying. Second, the No-See-Ums - these are gnats with the sharpest teeth on the planet. You will never see one…but you’ll feel them enjoying a free picnic on your skin. And the 3rd is the mosquito - also known as the state bird, since some are large enough to carry you away. These can be a shock when you first move here, but really you get used to them. My recommendation is that you set up a treatment service with a local pest control company for your yard. I have a recommendation for a company that I personally use for my home.
Number 2 - Humidity. The summer months of July and August are not only hot - but they are also very humid! If you have any kind of hair it will be a ball of frizz. The humidity will also push our real feel temperatures close to triple digits and bring the lovely afternoon thunderstorms…which end up making it feel like you’re in a steam shower.
Number 3 - in contrast to humidity we have something amazing…Air Conditioning. EVERYWHERE! For anyone in the northern states, you may remember growing up without air conditioning or installing window units every summer. So yes it gets hot here, but you can escape it at any home, restaurant, museum or your preferred indoor activity.
Number 4 - Hurricanes. Y'all living in the south, you will not escape these storms, but that’s just like living in the north where you are guaranteed to have a SnowMaggedon. Thankfully with advances in storm tracking technology, we are given plenty of notice and South Carolina error’s on the side of caution and will evacuate the coast if the storm may be severe. It’s best to just pack your loved ones and important documents and travel to another area of the country to explore. You’ll come back safe, well rested and ready to clean up.
Number 5 - Truly how friendly and welcoming people are. Charleston is known for its Southern Charm and Hospitality and it really lives up to that. The cashier at the grocery store will strike up a conversation with you while you check out. A stranger you pass on the street will say hello. Or anyone you meet, if you’re looking for guidance on the best place to eat, shop or explore, just ask the person next to you. The locals are happy to make recommendations and help you learn the area. There’s also a lot of folks who have moved to Charleston and it’s an easy place to make friends since most of us came here not knowing anyone.
I hope you’ve learned a little bit about living in Charleston, South Carolina. This is truly one of the best places to live either full-time or seasonally. Comment below with questions you have about living in Charleston.
If you’re ready to buy or sell a home in Charleston, I’d love to help you. Contact me through my website, www.JenniferOBrienHomes.com
