Energize and Organize: Keeping Cool in Summer Heat Waves

"Ceiling fans are an efficient option for keeping cool.  The breeze from them can help you feel up to 4 degrees F cooler.  That may not be enough on very hot days, but if you have A/C you can set your thermostat higher and stay comfortable.  

According to Energy Star by raising your thermostat only 2 degrees and using a ceiling fan, you can lower cooling costs by up to 14 percent."
Source:  Consumer Reports, September 2024

As you know warm air rises so in the winter you want to turn your ceiling fan blade to spin clockwise (left to right) so that the warm air blows down.  In the summer, turn the ceiling fan blade to spin counterclockwise so air is pushed down and the room has a cool breeze.  To check, stand under the ceiling fan and see if the blades are turning from right to left (counterclockwise).

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