If not, the cause is probably inside the fan itself -- a problem such as loose wiring or a burnt out motor (the most expensive of all whole house fan repairs). The motor is running but the fan ...

Whole-house fans come in different types and sizes. Their sole purpose is to move vast quantities of air. They work very well in climates that have moderate to low humidity.

The two basic types of standard whole-house fans are a direct-drive or a belt-drive. Direct-drive fans have the fan blade mounted directly to the motor shaft so it spins the same speed as the motor.

The two basic types of standard whole-house fans are a direct-drive or a belt-drive. Direct-drive fans have the fan blade mounted directly to the motor shaft so it spins the same speed as the motor.

The two basic types of standard whole-house fans are a direct-drive or a belt-drive. Direct-drive fans have the fan blade mounted directly to the motor shaft so it spins the same speed as the motor.

with various features from which to choose. For most average-sized homes, a direct-drive model with the motor in the center of the fan is a good choice.

A whole-house fan for a 1,500-square-foot house would cost about $600 installed, said Jeff Berkowitz of Berk’s Electrical in Orange. He uses one in his home and said demand for the fans is on ...

Dulley writes: Depending upon its size, a whole-house fan uses only 10% to 20% as much electricity as a central air conditioner.

The benefits of whole-house fans for home cooling are widely known, but some do-it-yourselfers aren`t sure how and where a fan should be installed. One reader wrote to say that he wanted to ...