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Cool, Fresh Air Starts Here

When the evening air cools down, a Solatube whole house fan pulls fresh outdoor air in through open windows and pushes hot, stale indoor air out through the attic vents. It is a smart way to cool your home faster, reduce AC use, and feel more comfortable during Santa Barbara’s warmer months. Solatube systems use an energy-efficient EC brushless motor, 7 variable speeds, and a remote control for quiet, customized comfort.

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Solatube Whole House Fan comfort remote control

Why Santa Barbara Homeowners Choose Whole House Fans

  • Fast fresh-air cooling when outside air is cooler in the evening or early morning

  • Helps reduce AC use and lower summer cooling costs

  • Pushes out hot, stale indoor air and brings in cooler outdoor air

  • Quiet, energy-efficient operation with simple wall or remote control

  • A smart fit for Santa Barbara homes that can take advantage of cooler coastal air

Why Solatube Instead of AC

A whole house fan is not the same as air conditioning, but in the right home and climate it can cover many cooling hours with much less electricity use. DOE says whole house fans can be an energy-efficient alternative to AC in some climates, especially when outside air is cooler than the indoor temperature. Solatube systems add quiet, variable-speed control, insulated damper doors, and remote operation for better everyday comfort.

  • Fresh-air cooling instead of running refrigerated air all evening

  • 7 speed settings to match comfort and energy use

  • Remote control for easy adjustment from anywhere in the room

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Electricity Is Expensive — So Evening Cooling Choices Matter

With electricity costs staying high, reducing attic heat can help your home stay more comfortable. Solar attic fans help vent trapped heat and moisture, which may reduce the strain on your cooling system during warmer months.

Ready to cool your home with fresh air?

Get a fast, no-pressure quote for a properly sized Solatube whole house fan in Santa Barbara

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What our customer say

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Julie Cross
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Simon is a very efficient and pleasant worker. We have had him repair our solar tube lights , and he has installed 2 whole house fans as well. He does an amazing job and communicates exactly when he will be there. No time is wasted! We have been very happy with Tubular George Solatube service and products and would definitely recommend!
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Brooke Breton
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Very thorough and professional
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paul jin
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Shawn was extremely knowledgeable, professional and friendly as he worked on our chimney. He did a thorough job and we will definitely reach out to Tubular George again for our future chimney needs!
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Michelle Yount
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The guys were helpful with the design our outdoor fireplace. They were respectful and listened to what I envisioned. It turned out great!
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Amber Kaplan
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Great service! Would recommend to anyone
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valerie aroyan
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I’ve worked on quite a few projects with George. He is always professional & does a great job. I will continue to work with him for years to come.
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Timothy Richter
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Clean, efficient and great product. I look forward to working with Tubular George again.
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Monica Mattice
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Sean was great. Put electronic starters both fireplaces. Had to adapt to different pipe sizes, both work and look great!
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our process

4 steps to order

  • Local, tidy installs. We treat your home like our own—floor protection, clean finish.

  • Clear pricing. No surprises; we show options at different budgets.

  • We handle the details. Measurements, code checks, venting, and safe hookups.

  • We’re here after install. Service and warranty support when you need us.

01

Phone Consultation

Tell us about your home, your comfort problems, and whether you already use AC. We will answer questions and help you decide if a whole house fan is a good fit.

02

In-Home Visit

We inspect attic space, venting, ceiling location, and electrical access so we can recommend the right setup for your home

03

Sizing & Preparation

We recommend the right Solatube whole house fan, confirm the install plan, and prepare everything needed for a clean, efficient installation.

04

Professional Installation & Walkthrough

We install the system, test airflow, and show you exactly how to use your whole house fan for fresh-air cooling and lower AC use.