For most Florida residents, air conditioning is a necessity – or at least a luxury we are not willing to give up. Still, having ceiling fans and other fan installations can help to circulate the air on cooler winter days, as well as allow you to raise the temperature to save on your utility bill.
Yes, a fan installation in your home creates energy efficiency, and provides a cooler environment for your family. Whether it’s a ceiling fan, attic fan, or an exhaust fan, Promise Electric can help you to keep your cool.
Installing a Ceiling Fan
While a fan doesn’t automatically lower the temperature in your home, it can typically make the room feel six to eight degrees cooler, which in turn makes humans feel cooler. Ceiling fans create a “wind-chill effect”. Just as a windy day can feel cooler than one with stagnant air, a room with a breeze will feel cooler than one without a fan.
Although we don’t have cold winters here in Sarasota, there are days that can be quite chilly. By rotating your ceiling fan in the opposite direction (changing the fan blade to clockwise) warm air which rises to the ceiling will be forced down to the ground. This can help to keep the chill out of room without having to turn the heat on.
Ceiling fans have come a long way. No longer just industrial and white, ceiling fans are often beautifully designed and can add to your home decor. Virtually any aesthetic can be matched with a complementary ceiling fan, making it not only functional and energy efficient, but beautiful.
Why to Consider an Attic Fans
Many Florida homes don’t have attics like northern homes do, but the small storage spaces above our garages can get exceptionally hot, especially in the summer. These attic spaces should have adequate ventilation and insulation to keep things as cool as possible, but you might also benefit from having an attic fan installed. The sunshine in Florida is incessant and can cause the space to get overheated, and if it gets too humid as well, you may find yourself with mold or mildew. This can affect the eaves, framing, or your personal possessions. Keeping the air cooler also can help to moderate your utility bill, as the air conditional is not having to work overtime to keep your home cool.
You have many options when it comes to attic fan choices, so call a roofers or master electrician about the best option for you.
Bathroom Exhaust Fan Installation
We’ve all experienced it – you climb out of a shower and your whole bathroom is covered in steam and condensation. This creates a positive environment for mold and mildew growth, unless the area is properly ventilated. Not only is mold unsightly, but it can make you sick – so installing an exhaust fan will help to dry up the room as well as keep your family healthy.
If you are considering any type of fan installation, call the electricians at Promise Electric. We are here to help you with any project that will help your home to function more efficiently and safely for your family.
