Ceiling fans are used throughout warmer seasons for circulating cool air within a room and living spaces. As the cold weather sets in, keeping your home warm and cozy becomes a top priority. However a lot of homeowners simply turn their ceiling fans off during colder months. Did you know that simply reversing your ceiling fans can make a big difference in the comfort of your home during winter?

Why Reverse Your Ceiling Fans?

We all know warm air rises and cool air sinks.  When your heat is on or running, the warm air rises to the ceiling, and the colder air sinks to the floor. During the winter months, reversing the direction of your ceiling fans can help redistribute warm air throughout your living space. Instead of blowing cool air down, the fan pulls cool air up, pushing the warm air that naturally rises to the ceiling back down into the room. This process can significantly improve your home’s heating efficiency.

The Benefits:

• Enhanced Comfort: Warm air is circulated evenly, eliminating cold spots and making your home more comfortable. You also avoid having that direct breeze created by the ceiling fan, which is why homeowners usually turn them off.
• Energy Savings: By redistributing warm air, you can reduce the workload on your heating system, potentially lowering your energy bills.
• Cost Effective: The average ceiling fan in most homes cost just pennies a day to run.  
• Eco-Friendly: Using ceiling fans to assist with heating can reduce your overall energy consumption, which is better for the environment.

How to Do It:

1. Turn the Fan Off: Turn off the fan and let it come to a complete stop.
2. Locate the Switch: Most ceiling fans have a small switch on the motor housing that allows you to reverse the direction.
3. Set Your Fans Direction: Switch the fan to rotate in the opposite direction at a low speed. This direction should pull cool air up and push warm air down.
4. Consistency: Run the fan consistently on at a low speed to maintain even warmth throughout the room.

Extra Tips:

• Clean Your Fans: Dust accumulation can affect performance, so give your fan blades a good cleaning before switching directions.
• Use in Conjunction with Your Heating System: While ceiling fans help circulate warm air, they should be used alongside your primary heating system for the best results.

Stay Warm and Save

Reversing your ceiling fans is a simple, cost-effective way to enhance your home’s comfort during the chilly winter months. Try it out and feel the difference!

If you need assistance, or would rather not climb up a ladder, give us a call and we can take care of it for you!