Q: Can a Ceiling fan help my energy bill?

A: Ceiling fans don't actually lower the temperature of a room like an air condition. But by spinning the air, they do make the room feel cooler. Ceiling fans augment air conditioning by moving air and creating a wind chill effect. If your air conditioner is set at 72, the wind chill factor of the fan will make it feel like 68 degrees.

Best of all, ceiling fans use only about as much energy as a 100-watt light bulb. Studies show that by setting ceiling fans to spin in a counter-clockwise pattern, you can save as much as 40% off summer cooling bills -- without sweltering. Simply set the thermostat a few degrees higher and flip on the fan.

Plus, in the winter, ceiling fans move warm air back to the centre of the room, pushing it down from the ceiling. With tall ceilings, it can be 10-15 degrees hotter up there than on the floor. Ceiling fans can push that warm air back down to floor level.

Studies also reveal that ceiling fans can help homeowners save as much as 10% on their heating bills. Switch the direction of the blades to spin clockwise and turn on the fan.

Q: Ceiling fan prices are as diverse as the styles. Does quality count?

A: Customers are more educated than ever about the different grades of fans. Customers seem to be turning to the lighting showrooms and trading up to better merchandise, replacing ceiling fans that wobble, make noise and don't move air as well as top quality fans.

In fact, independent research from the American Lighting Association (ALA) indicates that 70% of consumers want a higher quality product.  The ALA points out that consumers will have the ceiling fan for many years so quality and style should be key factors in the buying decision. 

Q: Where do I find a quality Ceiling Fan?

A: ALA-member retail showrooms, like ours, offer expert advice on ceiling fans with the latest innovations in technology as well as style.  Visit our web site at www.kerryjaymslighting.com or our 2500 sq foot showroom where we showcase Lighting, Lamps, and Ceiling Fans for every taste and budget. We also carry a selection of unique fountains, pictures, mirrors, candles, and home décor pieces.

We are proud to be Medicine Hat’s Lighting Experts creating “Jewelry for your Home”!