If you have ever visited the Texas area of the USA, you must be well aware of the impacts of the summer’s heat and humidity there. The heat keeps getting worse after March. Previously, when I lived in Texas, the heat was not the only challenge we had to face. The heat supposedly attracts many insects, among which many were also bothersome.
I later moved to Pasadena with my career goals and from there I often used to talk to my parents, and in most of the discussions, they mentioned heat and bug problems. The complaining continued for quite some years, and that is when I thought of ending it. I decided to do some research on this matter.
During my research, I came across a strange question, which is apparently asked by many for logical reasons: How effective are outdoor ceiling fans for bug control?
Initially, I was confused, but as I continued reading, it made many more scenes. Obviously, if it is hot and bugs are everywhere, the best thing to do is spend time outside as much as possible. An outdoor ceiling fan sounded like the solution to my parent’s problems. But finding the answer became vital for me, too. I shifted the route of my research towards that direction, which could help me find the answer. My study included reading several articles, watching videos, consulting salespersons, and trying out a few things myself. Once I was contended, I decided to share my views to help others.
Do outdoor ceiling fans keep bugs away?
While researching, I came across an article by ‘Terminix’ Can Fans Help Keep Mosquitoes Away? | Terminix, according to which there are many DIY and home remedies to get rid of bugs and mosquitoes. Well, a question popped into my mind: Can this be considered for outdoor ceiling fans?
Fans can repel bugs and mosquitoes despite their oddity. Imagine having an outdoor ceiling fan to battle mosquitoes and other flying bugs that invade your outdoor spaces. I researched this and found that increasing fan speed can be effective Do Ceiling Fans Keep Mosquitoes Away? | How To Deter Them (homedecorselection.com).
Logistically, bugs aren’t great flyers, and a strong fan breeze can make it hard for them to fly around us. Besides, these fans distribute carbon dioxide and chemical and scent smells that bugs don’t like.
The same applies to outdoor fans. It is like blocking bugs with an invisible airflow barrier and bugs are unlikely to enter when ceiling fans circulate air.
Additionally, some advanced technology ceiling fans have bug-repellent lights. You can consider it a blessing as you can spend more time outside without swatting bugs. So, yes, an outdoor or even an indoor ceiling fan is like a bug-fighting partner.
What you need to know about other benefits
Outdoor ceiling fans do more than circulate air and relieve heat. They have many benefits:
- First, picture yourself lounging on your porch or patio in the sun. A ceiling fan outside will act like your thermostat. These fans look cool and maintain a comfortable body temperature. While indoor ceiling fans circulate air to improve your mood, the outdoor ceiling fans do the same, if not better.
- Besides that! Get a ceiling fan with lighting if you want to use your outdoor space after dark. It is like getting two for one. You can see and get a cool breeze at night, eliminating squinting or stumbling in the dark.
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- Let’s shift our focus to a crucial part: customization. Let me highlight that outdoor ceiling fans have improved with time. Changes have made them more than just a cool breeze. You can choose wet-resistant ones that will spin even in moist environments according to your requirements. Such fans can sustain rain, snow, and crazy storms. And what’s best? You can hose them down to clean them.
From my research on outdoor ceiling fans, I understood they can be game changers. I consider them as a secret weapon against pests and insects.
Convinced with my research, I suggested installing an outdoor ceiling fan for my parents in Texas. Initially, the idea didn’t sound very pleasing to them, but after I insisted on trying it, they couldn’t deny it. Now, most of the time when I call them, I find out that they are spending all their time on our lawn with their friends. After giving it a try, they are delighted with the results of outdoor ceiling fans. You, too, can enjoy stepping outside into your improved outdoor areas and the fan blowing a steady but gentle breeze that welcomes everyone but not bugs.
However, I suggest remembering that although an outdoor ceiling fan is a game-changer, it requires regular maintenance. So, maintain them carefully, and you can enjoy a cool and pleasing outdoor experience for a long time.
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