Home Maintenance Myths

Everyone loves a good home-maintenance hack, but some things we've been told don't hold up. These common practices could be doing more harm than good.

Myth: Ceiling fans are only used to cool rooms.

A quality ceiling fan can help control your home's temperature in both the summer and winter. During the summer, set the blades to rotate counter-clockwise. This pushes air downwards. creating a wind-chill effect that makes you feel cooler. In the winter, reverse the rotation. As warm air rises, the fan redistributes it throughout the room, helping the space feel warmer and reducing heating costs.

Myth: Closing air vents in unused rooms saves energy.

If you're trying to save energy by closing off vents in unused rooms, you could be putting unnecessary stress on your HVAC system. Closing vents disrupts airflow, forcing the system to work harder and can lead to inefficiency or damage.

Myth: Cutting your lawn short allows you to mow less frequently.

while it's true that a shortly sheared lawn takes longer to grow back, mowing too short could cause grass to dry out quickly and become more vulnerable to posts, weeds and heat. To maintain a lush, healthy lawn, leave 2-3 inches of length when you mow.

Myth: Turning off lights is the best way to save electricity.

While turning off lights when not in use can save on energy costs, you'll likely save more in the long run by replacing your incandescent light bulbs with LED versions. LEDs use up to 75%-90% less energy, making them a much more efficient choice for lighting your home.

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