Cooling down houses without jacking up electricity bills can be tricky, but fans can be a solution. Here's how best to use ...

In the summer, set your ceiling fan to spin counterclockwise. This setting pushes air straight down, creating a breeze that makes you feel cooler through a wind chill effect.

Most people assume fans cool air. They don’t. They simply push the existing air around —so if your room is already 90°F, the ...

We also note how each fan operates. Ceiling fans are usually wired into a wall switch that turns the fan and light on and off. But with most fans, you have to use a pull chain to adjust the speed ...

Soaring temperatures mean soaring power bills—especially in New England this summer. But there are ways to stay cool without ...

High temperatures don't have to mean high power bills. Here are some smart, practical energy tips to save on your electricity ...

The Buffalo Sabres' underwhelming roster changes thus far this off-season have some fans itching to see them make a move of ...

Research indicates that 3 in 4 Americans with yards consider it their home's most valuable space. Adding a pool makes your ...

THE UK is basking in glorious sunshine with temperatures set to tip over 30 degrees Celsius in parts. The Met Office reckons we’re “likely” to be heading into a heatwave over the ...

The imposing property in Enid, OK, was inspired by Frank Lloyd Wright but features many Tahitian design details.

Here are four reasons why this 4th of July is better than the last: ...

With air conditioning units putting nonstop pressure on the electrical grid, here are steps to stay safe and save money.