How do I know if my light can support a ceiling fan?

• <div><p>Manufacturers of ceiling fan-rated boxes must indicate on the box that the unit is for that purpose. To check your model, remove the light fixture and look inside the box for wording that says it’s rated for fan use. If you don’t see words saying so, it likely needs to be replaced with an appropriate one that is rated for use with a ceiling fan. </p></div>

What should I add to my coffered ceiling?

• <div><p>Coffered ceilings often come with additional embellishments and accessories, including tin panels, medallions, trim, molding, recessed lights, and finials. Whether you’re looking for a simple grid pattern or want an elaborate, decorative ceiling with all the bells and whistles, there are plenty of options to choose from.</p></div>

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Q: Do you need an electrician to install a new ceiling fan?

• <div><p>Hiring an electrician to install a new ceiling fan may be the best course of action. Installing a ceiling fan requires basic electrical and mechanical knowledge. It also requires holding it up with one hand and in an awkward position, making the installation even more difficult. If you&rsquo;re uncomfortable with these circumstances, your best bet is to hire a professional.</p></div>

Q: What color wires go together for a ceiling fan?

• <div><p>If the fan doesn&rsquo;t have a switch, connect the white wire from the ceiling to the white wire from the fan; connect the green wire to the ground wire; connect both black wires; and connect both blue wires. If yours has a switch, the white and green wires are connected the same way. However, connect the ceiling&rsquo;s red wire to the light&rsquo;s black wire and the ceiling&rsquo;s black wire to the fan&rsquo;s black wire. </p></div>

Q: Can you install a ceiling fan where a light fixture is?

• <div><p>Yes, you can install a ceiling fan where there is already a light fixture. The electrical wiring needed to install a ceiling fan is similar to that of a light fixture. Before you make the swap, consider whether you need an extension rod and whether your ceiling is on an angle. You will need a fan-rated electrical box to ensure that your ceiling is sturdy enough to handle a spinning fan.</p></div>

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Reviewed in March 2020
We have used this business before, and had a great experience. They were used prior to moving into the residence, so there was no furniture to move or care for. We used them last year in the same residence to repaint the walls and ceilings in preparation for resale. While the work on the walls...
Math-A Service LLC
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Reviewed in June 2014
I needed to have a fan drop put in a room where there was no electrical box in the ceiling. Two of their electricians came out and ran wires from an outlet, through the wall and into the ceiling to create a fan drop. I installed the fan myself. They replaced the covers for the wall out lets and...
Rio Salado Electric
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Reviewed in January 2014
Then about two months later the fan motor started to squeal and they immediately took a look at it and replace it WITH OUT HESITATION. Comment to customer satisfaction is only truly revealed when something like this happens. They quickly found the fan motor had a manufacturing defect and fixed...
KEN'S FAIRBANKS ALIGNMENT AUTO
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Reviewed in May 2013
I am not a fan of GCI. Unfortunately, they are the monopoly in Alaska and bundling with them is cheaper....but I have seen a drop in quality. We live on the Air Force Base and my husband and I have to stand in certain spots in our house just to get cell phone service. At my friends houses just...
GCI
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Reviewed in May 2013
Crew was very professional, moved furniture and covered it, covered all floors and walls while working on ceiling. Cleaned up mess every day before they left. When they completed all of the painting they vacuumed the floors and dusted woodwork and furniture. Moved furniture back where we had...
Hollenbeck Painting & Drywall
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Reviewed in February 2013
Showed up on time, very organized, fully self-contained van. A real professional, many years experience, best quality equipment. He has an extraction machine; the first room he cleaned was nearly dry by the time he got done. He left me with 3 high-volume fans to finish drying. My carpet...
KNUTSON'S CLEANING SVC
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Reviewed in July 2012
Took Honda Ridgeline in for 50K servicing, and heater/AC fan that was not functioning needing diagnosis. Checked motor oil and auto trans oil on 7/8/12, and both were over filled. Was charged for 6 quarts motor oil, but manual indicates only 4.5 quarts needed for oil changed w/filter. Oil filter...
Kendall Auto
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Reviewed in March 2012
His original estimate was way under what the actual charge was. We wanted to have the ceiling painted a different color than the walls, and the price to do that was just about double. We didn't know that until we got the bill. They said if the wall was a different color than the ceiling, it...
Affordable Paint LLC
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Reviewed in March 2012
You do not even have to turn on the fan. It will automatically turn on if you are in the shower. I am very satisfied with this company.
ABC Inc
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Reviewed in February 2012
He fixed a crack in the ceiling and ended up with a lump, so it had to be taken out totally and redone. It cost me about $1100 to have it fixed again. I would tell anybody to stay away from him. He tracked dry wall mud across my carpet with his shoes. The fourth day when he was there, I...
Ugly Walls
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Ceiling Fans questions, answered by experts

Manufacturers of ceiling fan-rated boxes must indicate on the box that the unit is for that purpose. To check your model, remove the light fixture and look inside the box for wording that says it’s rated for fan use. If you don’t see words saying so, it likely needs to be replaced with an appropriate one that is rated for use with a ceiling fan.

Hiring an electrician to install a new ceiling fan may be the best course of action. Installing a ceiling fan requires basic electrical and mechanical knowledge. It also requires holding it up with one hand and in an awkward position, making the installation even more difficult. If you’re uncomfortable with these circumstances, your best bet is to hire a professional.

Coffered ceilings often come with additional embellishments and accessories, including tin panels, medallions, trim, molding, recessed lights, and finials. Whether you’re looking for a simple grid pattern or want an elaborate, decorative ceiling with all the bells and whistles, there are plenty of options to choose from.

If the fan doesn’t have a switch, connect the white wire from the ceiling to the white wire from the fan; connect the green wire to the ground wire; connect both black wires; and connect both blue wires. If yours has a switch, the white and green wires are connected the same way. However, connect the ceiling’s red wire to the light’s black wire and the ceiling’s black wire to the fan’s black wire.

Yes, you can install a ceiling fan where there is already a light fixture. The electrical wiring needed to install a ceiling fan is similar to that of a light fixture. Before you make the swap, consider whether you need an extension rod and whether your ceiling is on an angle. You will need a fan-rated electrical box to ensure that your ceiling is sturdy enough to handle a spinning fan.

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