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Article distributed by EFynch.com . Maryland's Home Improvement community for advice, tips, tricks, and project organization. Columbia, MD: Fans are one of life's pleasures and they can change a room adding to the the value you get out of the living space. Any homeowner will tell you that a fan installation is a seriously great upgrade. They help so many of us sleep at night, keep cool in the summer, and can reduce your energy bills significantly when used properly. But, did you know you home ceiling fan works in 2 directions? Did you know you should change it depending on the season? Do you know if your fan is spinning in the right direction and when moving right, can reduce your cooling/ heating bills by 40%? Below is the proper direction to spin, and when to switch: Summer: Heat rises. So, in the summer, the air near your ceiling is warm and the lower you go (eg. your basement), the cooler it gets. This means that (in theory), the air below your waist is cold...

(Baltimore, MD) The information below is to help area homeowners develop an annual maintenance plan. Published every month, EFynch wants to help you maintain your home, and help home buyers make appropriate plans when deciding on buying a home Hey Homeowners- Beware the Ides of March! Typically, this month gives Baltimore and D.C. Homeowners a taste of spring. The month opens with an average high/ low temperature of 49/29 but closes with highs near 60 and the disappearance of below freezing temps. However, March typically comes with a few tricks and some of the areas biggest snow storms have roared through leaving us with a slippery mess. Below are the tips that will help you stay on top: March:  1. Prep Outdoor Power Equipment. Beat the rush when everyone needs repairs in April. If you fertilized last year, there is a chance you grass may start growing in the last 2 weeks of the month, at least enough to look patchy). You can get outdoor equipment ready an...