Most of us flip the switch on our ceiling fans without a second thought. It spins, it cools, it does the job. Simple enough, right? Yet here's the thing: that simple ceiling fixture hanging above your ...

In summer, set your ceiling fan to spin counterclockwise to create a cool downdraft and improve comfort. Using a ceiling fan correctly can help you raise the thermostat by up to 4 degrees and cut ...

Thank goodness for ceiling fans. Sure, they may not be the most aesthetically pleasing addition to your space, but who cares when they actually help make your home comfortable? During the summer, when ...

This is an archived article and the information in the article may be outdated. Please look at the time stamp on the story to see when it was last updated. KANSAS CITY, Mo. — It’s the first day of ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. You can stay cool this summer while also saving some serious cash. A ceiling fan can make a room feel up to 4 degrees cooler, so ...

Summer means the arrival of warnings to stay cool in the heat. The National Weather Service in Spokane reported that hot temperatures, ranging from the 90s to the lower 100s, are expected region-wide ...

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 ...

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 ...

DEAR READERS: Which direction should a ceiling fan rotate during the summer and winter months? Here is the answer so you can lower your energy bill. During the winter your ceiling fan should rotate ...