Do ceiling fans save money on AC bills?

Yes — but in a specific way. Ceiling fans don’t actually lower the temperature in your home; instead, they create a wind-chill effect that makes you feel cooler. This lets you raise your thermostat by about 2–4°F without losing comfort. For example, setting your AC at 78°F with fans running can feel as comfortable as 74–75°F, which can reduce cooling costs by up to 10–15% in Florida’s long summer season.

👉 Key points:

• Fans don’t cool the air, they cool you.
• Only run fans in rooms you’re using (otherwise, you’re wasting electricity).
• Combining ceiling fans with efficient AC use can make a noticeable dent in your energy bills.