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Alan Punches
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Ceiling Fan - Install

Serving Pittsburg, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

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"We needed our dryer to be vented through an exterior wall and al was the man for the job! He was so nice and knowledgeable. I didn’t have the first clue what to do! He got us taken care of for an extremely reasonable price! Looks great! Thank you!"
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Kuhlman Construction, LLC
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Ceiling Fan - Install

Serving Pittsburg, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

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We are committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. \nWe uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal \nresponsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. \nAccurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true \nprofessionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make \ntheir concerns the basis of our business.

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Response time3 hrs
Response rate100%
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Holtzclaw Electric
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Ceiling Fan - Install

Serving Pittsburg, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2009

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Offers commercial services

I offer an affordable electric service that goes above and beyond every time. I take pride in my work and in doing things the right way, so that the product lasts a life time. I enjoy problem solving and love a satisfied customer! \n\nI offer a wide range of electrical services, as well as light construction projects...such as kitchen and/or bathroom remodels. Electrical services include new construction homes, service entrance upgrades, change out fuse boxes or breaker boxes, circuit additions or replacements, security camera systems, whole house rewires, home stereo, and more.\n\nWire you waiting, give me a call today!

Response time2 hrs
Recommended by90%of homeowners
Wabash Electric Heating & Cooling LLC
5.0(
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Ceiling Fan - InstallCeiling Fan - Repair

Serving Pittsburg, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1970

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

Response time8 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Hope Electric
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Ceiling Fan - InstallCeiling Fan - Repair

Serving Pittsburg, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

Hope Electric is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

Response time1 day
Response rate99%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Ceiling Fans questions, answered by experts

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.

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. 

Whether you can install a ceiling fan yourself depends on if you're replacing an existing fixture or installing one where no wiring exists. If you are replacing an existing fan, an experienced DIYer may be able to do the job, which can save on labor costs. This work typically doesn’t require a permit, but there’s always a safety risk when dealing with electrical components, so hiring a pro is still a good idea, especially if you aren't handy. Keep in mind you may need a special ladder for high or vaulted ceilings. However, if you are installing a new ceiling fan where there is no current fixture, you must hire a licensed electrician. In most areas, it is required by law that a professional runs new wiring and pulls the necessary permits. Attempting to install wiring yourself can be dangerous and a code violation.

The square footage of your room will dictate the correct ceiling fan blade size. For example: 

  • Rooms smaller than 75 square feet require a fan that is 29 to 36 inches.

  • Rooms up to 175 square feet require 42- to 48-inch fans.

  • Rooms up to 350 square feet require 52- to 56-inch fans.

  • Expansive spaces over 350 square feet need a fan larger than 60 inches.

The more surface area that a ceiling fan blade has, the more effective it will be at producing airflow. Therefore, a longer ceiling fan blade is the better option if you’re looking for more wind. However, a longer blade will consume more energy than a shorter blade.

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