Ceiling fans can help you save money on energy bills, which some may find hard to believe since fans require electricity. The truth is that ceiling fans profit us financially in the summer and the winter, as long as they are used correctly. The key difference here is the speed and direction of the fan’s rotation. If it is hot outside, set your fans to rotate counterclockwise, enabling energy conservation. And, if it is cold outside, set your fan to turn slowly clockwise. Ceiling fans are terrific for enriching the air circulation, both cool and warm, cutting your HVAC system a little slack. So not only do you save money on energy expenses, but you further save money by discouraging unwanted HVAC breakdowns by not working your system so hard! White Oak Heating & Cooling wants to help lessen your expenses, especially in today’s day and age. So, let’s dive further into what ceiling fans provide for you and your home!
What Are The Do’s And Don’ts For Ceiling Fans?
To get the most out of your ceiling fans, you should remember the dos and don’ts of ceiling fan usage within your home. Doing so will help you better understand what works best for you and your home. Because while ceiling fans help strengthen the cool air within your home, there are some guidelines to follow to get the best bang for your buck:
- Turn Off Your Fans If You Leave: When you are out and about, shut off your fans; you can turn them back on upon your return. And, if you have smart-home automation, you can more easily set your fans to switch on and off at any time!
- Keep Fans on Low During Cold Weather: Turn your fans off high to allow cold air to draw up and warm air to circulate.
- Consider the Room Size: All ceiling fans should serve the appropriate room size and be central to the room for optimal savings. Picture this, a 36-inch fan stretches approximately six feet from the center point and may not be satisfactory for a larger space.
- Don’t Run Your Fan without Your A/C: Operating your fan without your A/C is a quick way to heighten the temperature in your household because devices such as ceiling fans yield small amounts of heat that build up.
How Do I Preset My Fan For Winter?
Summer is ending. Thus, we must prepare for the cold temperatures to come! So, how do we convert our ceiling fans to help us stay warm and comfortable inside our homes? First, take a look at your ceiling fan. If you look closely, you should see a switch on one side of your fan’s base. The next step is to turn off your fan by the pull chain and the switch on the wall. If you neglect to do both, you put the safety of yourself and others at risk! When flipping the fan blades’ orientation, it’s a good idea to remove dust and debris from all light covers and edges. Once your ceiling fan is up to your liking, it will seem as if you are below the back of the fan. This modification allows your fan to disperse warm air rather than cold air, which is quite clever! And, if you desire to make cosmetic alterations to your fan, this is a good time to do just that.
How Do Ceiling Fans Operate?
Ceiling fans alter air direction using your home’s electricity. And while the spin of the blades doesn’t technically cool the air, it does provide a wind-chill effect by thrusting the air downward, enhancing air circulation and your comfort amongst the sticky heat of most Ohio summer days. But, in the winter, changing the fan’s spinning direction stimulates it, along with the shape of the blades, to yield an updraft. This updraft influences the hot air upward while keeping it from remaining sedentary. As the air flows out and down the walls, it promotes a warm environment for you and your loved ones to enjoy without your furnace overworking itself; when we employ our ceiling fans accurately, they will more effectively lower our energy bills! However, be wise about how you run your fans, so you can ensure you promote those energy savings while discouraging mold growth and excess humidity.
If you still are uncertain about anything you have read or know of how we can be of assistance to you, please call today at (513) 342-8434, or schedule an appointment now by clicking here! At White Oak Heating & Cooling, we value our consumers and work hard to guarantee comfort for all with lower costs, no matter the season! So, call us today, and let’s make sure you are ready for any season that comes our way!
