In the winter, be sure the blades are turning clockwise and run at the fan's lowest speed. This will pull the cool air up, ...
The typical ceiling fan in your home has a few familiar settings for speed and lights, plus one more that might not be so intuitive. Usually located near the motor is a switch that tells the fan which ...
When winter weather rolls in and there’s a distinct chill in the air, the last thing you may think to do is crank up the ceiling fan. After all, that’s what you use in summer to shoo away the heat, ...
Most of us flip the switch on our ceiling fans without a second thought. It spins, it cools, it does the job. Simple enough, ...
Switching the direction that your ceiling fan spins can make your home feel warmer in the winter and cooler in the summer. Edwin Tan via Getty Images Have you ever thought about the direction your ...
If you aren't getting year-round use out of your standard ceiling fan, you're missing out on some serious heating bill savings. The fact is, indoor ceiling fans aren’t just for that wind chill effect ...
Despite an early start, this summer's Texas heat is likely to persist through the end of October. And if you have an older home, or just don't want to break the bank, air conditioning may not be an ...
Using ceiling fans in winter can help cut heating costs and make you feel more comfortable. Here's what you should know about when and how to use them.
Near record-high temperatures are coming to Florida. Ceiling fans should turn counterclockwise to help you stay cooler. Inside fans can help, but only if inside temps are less than 90 degrees. A heat ...
Despite an early start, this summer's Texas heat is likely to persist through the end of October. And if you have an older home, or just don't want to break the bank, air conditioning may not be an ...
As a strong heat wave blankets the Valley this week, many Phoenix residents may find themselves bracing for the intense Arizona summer sooner than expected. In Arizona, combating the extreme heat is ...
A heat wave is driving temperatures up and near-record-high temperatures may hit Florida over the weekend. If you haven't checked your air conditioner to make sure it's functioning well, you'll know ...