During the winter months, the ceiling fans help distribute heat evenly through the rooms. The fan blades turn clockwise to direct air across the ceiling and down the walls. This makes the overall room temperature more uniform without causing drafts.
Innkeepers Andy and Barbara Seaman believe that within a few years they will recoup their investment in solar power and other energy-conservation measures. They are already exploring additional sources of alternative energy for their Victorian inn.
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