Stay Cool and Save Energy: 3 Tips to Use Electric Fans Efficiently

Feeling slightly warm or stuffy at home? An electric fan could be your best solution. Here are 3 simple and easy-to-remember tips for using your electric fan effectively and helping to cool your home quickly:

Ventilate Your Home Well by Opening Windows

Since electric fans don't have a cooling function and only remove heat away from surfaces or promote air circulation, it's essential to open the windows and allow fresh air to enter your home.

Combine with the Air Conditioner for Dual Effect

If you're using an air conditioner, turning on an electric fan as well can help the air circulation, speed up cooling and make the room feel sufficiently cool without having to lower the AC temperature, saving a considerable amount of electricity. For a more even air flow, place the electric fan opposite the AC's airflow. To extend the reach of the AC, position the electric fan in the same direction as the AC's airflow but within a certain distance.

Leave Enough Space for the Electric Fan to Draw in Air

Many people place their electric fans against the wall to save space, but this prevents the electric fans from drawing in air and properly circulating it.  Insufficient air volume limits the electric fan’s performance. At least palms-width between the electric fan and the wall is needed.