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Whole-house fans have gained notoriety in recent years because of their ability to save you money and energy versus an HVAC system. <\/p>\nWhole-house fans have gained notoriety in recent years because of their ability to save you money and energy versus an HVAC system. <\/p>\n
Is a whole-house fan right for you? <\/p>\n
It might be. And it might not be. <\/p>\n
Learn the pros and cons so you can make the right decision for yourself: <\/p>\n
1. Pro: Save Energy at an Affordable Cost<\/strong><\/p>\n You get great bang for your buck with a whole-house fan. They cost just a few hundred bucks and use about 10% of the energy as your HVAC system. <\/p>\n That means they don\u2019t take years and years to pay for themselves. <\/p>\n And you can probably afford one almost right away. <\/p>\n 2. Cons: Inconveniences <\/strong><\/p>\n Whole-house fans really aren\u2019t the most convenient solution. For starters, you\u2019ll have to wait until the outdoor temperature drops below 70 degrees to run one. <\/p>\n When you do run it, you\u2019ll hear some noise. And then you must have good attic insulation and keep your windows closed during the day to keep your home cool. <\/p>\n You can get around the noise factor a little bit by buying a multi-speed (versus single-speed) fan. <\/p>\n 3. Pro: Increase Your Home\u2019s Resale Value<\/strong><\/p>\n Whole-house fans really do their best work when paired with an HVAC system. Your HVAC system handles the days with intense heat and humidity more effectively. <\/p>\n Your whole-house fan, on the other hand, would handle the warmer days with lower humidity better. <\/p>\n Anyway, if you know you\u2019re going to sell your home eventually, showing the buyers you have a whole-house fan in place to save a lot of energy can raise the price you can command. <\/p>\n