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 ...

Switching the direction that your ceiling fan spins can make your home feel warmer in the winter and cooler in the summer. Edwin Tan via Getty Images Have you ever thought about the direction your ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. If you aren't getting year-round use out of your standard ceiling fan, you're missing out on some serious heating bill savings.

Florida heat usually refers to the humid, hot temperatures we experience most of the year. Less common is the heat that's a click away on your thermostat. Yes, there is another function other than a/c ...

With daylight saving time ending this Sunday, it’s the perfect reminder to check your ceiling fan’s direction. Homeowners often overlook this adjustment, but the direction your ceiling fan spins can ...

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 ...