How To Use A Ceiling Fan With An Air Conditioner
The combination of a ceiling fan and an air conditioning system can save you money on your electric bill. But there are a few things to keep in mind before you install one.
Choose The Right Size Fan For Your Room.
If you live in a small space, you might not need a large fan. Instead, choose a smaller model that will circulate the air throughout the room. By choosing the right size you can maximise the cost for efficiency of the airflow in your room, thus saving you money for a maintainable temperature for your comfort.
Here are base hourly costs according to ceilingfan.com:
- Central air conditioning runs about 3 kilowatts and costs about 36 cents/hour
- A ceiling fan runs on only 30 watts and costs about 1 cent/hour
As you can see, anytime you’re using the fan and decreasing the use of central cooling, you’ll be saving money.
Install The Fan In The Proper Location.
If you want to keep your home cool without having to turn on the air conditioning, consider installing a ceiling fan. A properly installed ceiling fan can help circulate air throughout your home while keeping the temperature comfortable. Make sure you install the fan where it won’t block the airflow coming out of the AC unit.
To ensure that the fan doesn’t interfere with the airflow from the AC unit, place the fan near the top or bottom of the ductwork. This means placing the fan near the top of the ductwork so that it pulls the warm air up through the vents.
Turn Off The Unit When Not Using It.
If you turn off the AC unit while not using it, you will save money on electricity bills. In fact, some experts say that turning off the unit every few days can cut your electric bill by as much as 30%.
Turning off the unit when not in use is one of the best ways to conserve energy.
Experts recommend turning off the unit at night, because during the day, the temperature inside the house tends to be higher than outside. By keeping the unit turned off, you will prevent the compressor from running constantly.
Install A Programmable Thermostat.
Installing a programmable thermostat is one of the easiest ways to reduce your home's energy consumption. This type of thermostat allows you to set different temperatures at different times of day. It also lets you adjust the temperature based on outside weather conditions. According to Energy.gov, “If you use air conditioning, a ceiling fan will allow you to raise the thermostat setting about 4°F with no reduction in comfort.”
