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Kaycee Hill

Beat the heat without AC — 7 pro tips for cooling with fans

A woman trying to keep cool in front of an electric fan.

Cooling fans are your secret weapon against soaring temperatures and stuffy rooms, but there's more to using them than just plugging in and hoping for the best. While cooling mattresses can help you at night time, fans are your daytime heroes — if you use them right. Combine smart fan tactics with expert-approved advice regarding dehumidifier placement, and you'll create a cooler home. 

This guide will show you how to maximize your fan's cooling power, along with other essential tips to keep your home cool, even in a heatwave. As Helen Rolph, price comparison from Quotezone notes: "most British homes cannot keep residents cool when it's hot because they are built to insulate against the cold."

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