But just like fans used in the summer, a reversible fan produces air movement that could create a chilling effect. So it's unlikely you'll feel any warmer. Savings can be realized, however, if you adjust your thermostat in addition to reversing your fan. The reverse cycle will help to pull heat from the ceiling and push it downward. For each degree you lower your thermostat, you'll reduce heating costs 3 to 5 percent.
Fans use no more electricity than light bulbs.
Actual energy savings may differ from those estimated due to variations in weather, individual energy use habits and home characteristics. You can recover your investment in a fan through the energy savings you achieve with a higher thermostat setting. The more a fan costs, the longer it takes to recover your investment. Florida Power offers a variety of services that can help you save money and valuable energy resources. Our family of Home Solutions services is designed to work together, making it easy for you to pick and choose those services that will best suit your personal energy needs and lifestyle.