If your AC's been working overtime this summer, brace yourself -- your next energy bill might sting. But before you reach for the thermostat, consider a much simpler, lower-cost fix: your ceiling fan.

With a week of high temperatures in the 90s and plenty of summer yet to come, it's time to turn on the ceiling fans. If you have a ceiling fan, changing the direction of the blades is a great way to ...

You can stay cool this summer while also saving some serious cash. A ceiling fan can make a room feel up to 4 degrees cooler, so you can dial back your air conditioning without sacrificing comfort.