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Attic Fan
If your home can't accommodate central air conditioning, try a whole-house attic fan. This device pushes hot air out through ... |
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Beat The Heat
Install window air conditioners snugly. Insulate spaces around air conditioners for a tighter fit. An air conditioner with a ... |
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Carbon Monoxide Risks
To reduce the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning, have your heating equipment "tuned up" each year, preferably before the ... |
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Carbon Monoxide Symptoms
The symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning are often confused with those of influenza, and the highest incidence of poisoning ... |
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Ceiling Fan Benefits
Running a ceiling fan in the summer can make you feel 4 degrees cooler, even without air conditioning. Remember to run your ... |
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Ceiling Fan Heating
During winter, a ceiling fan can move heat trapped near the ceiling back into the living area. This is especially valuable in ... |
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Ceiling Fan Height
Set fan clearance at 9 feet above the floor if possible (if this is not possible, maintain a minimum clearance of 7 feet. ... |
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Ceiling Fan Installation
Because it's much more complicated to install a ceiling fan than a ceiling light fixture, you might want to consider having ... |
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Ceiling Fan Pitch
For a ceiling fan to move the right amount of air, its blades should be set at a 14 degree angle. Blades set at a 10 degree ... |
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Ceiling Fan Quality
The most important part of a ceiling fan is its motor. High-end brands usually have the most energy-efficient, well-designed ... |
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Ceiling Fan Rotation
Ceiling fans should rotate counter clock-wise in the summer (to generate a breeze downward to cool you off) and clock-wise in ... |
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Ceiling Fan Size
Before you buy a fan, consider the size of the room you want to cool. A 52-inch fan is appropriate for a room that's 230 ... |
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Efficient Ceiling Fans
Energy Star labeled ceiling fans with lighting attached use 40% less energy than conventional models, keeping you cool for less. |
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House Fans
In the hot summer months, use an attic fan to draw hot air out of the attic. Use a whole-house fan to draw fresh air in ... |
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HVAC Shopping
Shop during the off-season. Many heating and cooling manufacturers offer significant rebates during seasonal sales promotions, ... |
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HVAC Tune-up
Have your heating system cleaned and tuned by a qualified contractor. A pre-season tune-up and filter change is a good ... |
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More Fans
Consider using an interior fan in conjunction with your window air conditioner to spread the cooled air more effectively ... |
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Reappearing Mold
Places that are often or always damp can be hard to maintain completely free of mold. If there's some mold in the shower or ... |
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Synthetic Oil
Try using synthetic oil in your workbench oil can. It works wonders in rejuvenating old electric motors, fans, etc. |
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Vents & Fans
Vents and fans controlled by humidistat in basements and crawl spaces help ensure proper air circulation and control moisture ... |
