Categories: Uncategorized

Boost A/C Efficiency & Comfort with Fans

With another heat wave upon us, your A/C is again stressed to the max. Supplementing your A/C with fans is a way to stay comfortable without lowering your thermostat. In fact, you may even be able to raise that temperature setting for greater savings without sacrificing comfort.

Most people use ceiling fans to cool when the A/C is not running. But they can also efficiently supplement your A/C.

Here’s what to do:

Change the switch on the fan to have the blade turn in a clockwise direction. Then set the fan to turn slowly. This will not blow air directly on you — rather it will pull colder air that otherwise would settle at floor level and circulate it throughout the room. This movement of air over your skin helps your body stay cool and dry.

When a room is unoccupied, turn the fan off.

Today’s more efficient systems have variable speed blowers that gently circulate treated air throughout your home. And because they operate with low cost direct (DC) rather than alternating current (AC), we recommend that you leave them in the on position throughout the cooling season. The added circulation not only keeps you cooler but has the added benefit of cleaner air as a result of increased circulation through your system’s air filter.

Stan Perkoski

Recent Posts

6 Signs Your Septic System Needs Attention

A well-functioning septic system is essential for the cleanliness, safety, and efficiency of your home's waste disposal.…

20 hours ago

The AC Repair Process: What to Expect

When your air conditioning system starts to struggle or fails to provide the cool comfort…

2 months ago

How to Extend the Life of Your HVAC System

As temperatures fluctuate throughout the year in Wilmington, DE, having a reliable and efficient HVAC…

8 months ago

Will My Heat Pump Still Work When It’s Really Cold?

As temperatures plummet, many homeowners wonder if their heat pumps will be effective in providing…

10 months ago

How to Prevent Scale Buildup in Plumbing Fixtures

Scale buildup, caused by hard water, is a common problem in many households. It occurs…

1 year ago

Benefits of Getting a Heat Pump

Are you planning to upgrade your HVAC system? Consider a heat pump system! A heat…

1 year ago