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Home Pro Electric Services
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Ceiling Fan - InstallCeiling Fan - Repair

Serving Greenbrae, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mario was a pleasure to work with. He responded quickly to setting up ann appointment. Came on time and totally prepared to assess the issue. He was clear, professional and had good input and ideas. I decided not to proceed with the project but I was very impressed with his knowledge and professionalism."
Response time5 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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JJ’s Electric
New to Angi
Ceiling Fan - InstallCeiling Fan - Repair

Serving Greenbrae, CA and surrounding areas

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Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

I’m a C-10 licensed electrical contractor with nearly 17 years of hands-on experience. I began my career in Hawaii, where I earned my journeyman electrician license, and later continued my work in San Francisco. I also hold a general journeyman license in California.\n\nI take pride in delivering high-quality, code-compliant electrical work and bringing reliable, safe solutions to every project—big or small. I value clear communication, honest work, and doing the job right the first time.

200A Service upgrade
New circuit - Roof
New circuit - Roof
200A sub panel
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SR Construction
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Ceiling Fan - InstallCeiling Fan - Repair

Serving Greenbrae, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Shaun and his crew have done a great job. Their work is well done. They are friendly and responsive. They take very good care of the house and work sites. And their prices are fair and reasonable. The quality has been very good. We are looking forward to completing more projects with SR Construction in the future."
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Ceiling Fans questions, answered by experts

If you’re replacing an old fixture with a ceiling fan, you usually won’t need a permit, but if your electrician runs new wiring for the fixture, you likely will need a permit. Building permits are necessary in most municipalities if you’re making changes to your electrical system, so even if you have partial wiring run to the area and need new wiring installed for added functionality, you’ll probably need a permit. Your electrician should be able to let you know if you need one, and they’ll typically file the paperwork for you.

The number of blades for your fan poses both advantages and disadvantages. Typically, the more blades on a fan, the better the air distribution and cooling effect, but this also means that your fan will have more wear on its motor. For small rooms, three-blade fans should work fine. For larger areas like living rooms, four or five-blade fans might be the better option. 

Yes, you can install a ceiling fan where a standard light fixture is, as the electrical wiring is often similar and may not need to be replaced. The most important step is to ensure the ceiling can support the fan's weight and motion. You will need to replace the existing light fixture's electrical box with a fan-rated electrical box, which is specifically designed to handle the extra weight and vibration. These boxes will be labeled as suitable for ceiling fan support and will indicate the maximum weight they can hold. Before you begin, also consider if you need an extension rod for a high ceiling or a special mount for an angled ceiling.

The most efficient ceiling fan height is 8 to 9 feet from the floor to the fan blades. For ceilings higher than 9 feet, a downrod can be used to lower the fan to the optimal height. This positioning ensures adequate air circulation and maximizes the cooling effect. Remember, fans should be installed at least 7 feet above the floor for safety.

If your home already has wires for a ceiling fan (and optional light kit), then it’s quite safe to wire and install it yourself. Always be very careful to shut off the power before you begin, and confirm that the power is safely off with a non-contact voltage tester before touching anything. It’s also highly recommended to use eye protection, rubberized gloves, and tools with rubber handles to keep yourself safe from electric shock.

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