Ceiling fans can make a big difference

If you live in the desert, installing some good ceiling fans is a great way to reduce your energy costs and stay cool all summer. A good ceiling fan is going to nicely circulate the air inside your home and will substantially reduce the cost of using your air conditioning system. The savings in energy costs can be significant and you might save between 10 to 40%. So if you live in a hot climate your investment in ceiling fans just may pay for itself in a year or two. A ceiling fan is going to lower the temperature in the room thus providing a nice breeze which will make you feel 5 to 10 degrees cooler. One important thing to remember is to have the blades rotating in a counter-clockwise direction for the best cooling effect. This assures that the air is moving in a downdraft instead of up to the ceiling. It is recommended when building a home to have your rooms wired for ceiling fans at the outset as this will be cheaper. Put fans in all the rooms where you and your family spend your time such as the kitchen, family room, etc. Some people actually install fans in all the rooms and even in their workshop. The fan should be installed between 7 and 9 feet from the floor. It is best to get an extender to lower the fan if you have vaulted ceilings. Fans should be lower to the ground for maximum efficiency. Installing one closer to the ceiling will only circulate the air above and not below. One other good rule of thumb is to install the fan at least 18 inches from the walls. Remember to get the largest fan you can as they don't cost a lot more to operate and you are going to be able to have more speed settings that will cover a larger area. It is not out of the ordinary to install even a couple of fans per room. Ceiling fans are just about maintenance-free. All you have to do is dust the blades now again and if you have a light kit, install a bulb now and again. If you live in the tropics or a warm country, ceiling fans make a lot of sense. Even if you live in a cooler climate, it is an excellent choice to always keep that still air moving in your room. Terry Price is a regular author to- http://www.ceiling-fans-interiors.com/ceiling-fans.html where you can learn more about ceiling fans.