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Paul W Chace
4.9(
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Ceiling Fan - Install

Serving Cambridge, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1973

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Paul was fantastic! He did an excellent job installing 4 ceiling fans for us. He kept me updated on what steps were needed in each location (e.g., removing existing track lighting, installing a fan box, extending the wiring, etc.) and worked efficiently. Paul was also kind enough to explain things to me, which I really appreciated. He has been in the field for a long time and is a wealth of knowledge. I will definitely reach out to Paul for future projects involving electrical!"
Response time11 hrs
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Recommended by82%of homeowners
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Wilson Brothers Heating & Air Conditioning Inc
4.5(
160
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Ceiling Fan - InstallCeiling Fan - Repair

Serving Cambridge, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1987

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It was a absolute pleasure working with the Wilson Brothers team from sales, site planning and install. The install and electrical teams were very professional and demonstrated in depth knowledge of the product and their craft. They arrived at the time specified and worked very neatly and in an organized fashion. We would absolutely recommend Wilson Brothers for any Heating/AC needs."
Three of the five heads are marked by the numbers in the blue circle. On the inside of the house is where you will find the mounted units. The slim ducts run alongside the white arrows and will eventually be covered to match the exterior of the house.
The slim ducts in the basement ceiling that connect from the branch box all the way to the 5 different heating and cooling units. These will be covered by the ceiling tiles once the job is finished.
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Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Fitzgerald Electric Inc.
5.0(
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Ceiling Fan - Install

Serving Cambridge, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Welcome to Jfitz Electric! We take pride the quality of work and customer satisfaction that we give each and every customer! We are known to pay exquisite attention to detail while making customer satisfaction our top priority. Call us today to learn more about how we can help you

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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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NEC Electric
3.9(
109
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Ceiling Fan - Install

Serving Cambridge, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1978

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Extremely friendly and very thoughtful of what the problem was and what it would take to troubleshoot it. Ed was very carful to make sure to check every possible area was looked into. He was able to find the problem with my house wiring and corrected it."
EV Charger Install
Panel Replacement
Speciality Lighting Installation
Exterior Condenser
Interior mini split

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Response time30 mins
64 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by77%of homeowners
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Just Eletric
5.0(
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Ceiling Fan - Repair

Serving Cambridge, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Uninstalled old light fixtures and installed new ones. Flush lights, pendants, etc. Showed up on time and was knowledgeable and efficient. Would hire again!"
Pendant lights
Old electrical panel
New electrical panel
Response time1 hour
Response rate98%
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Ceiling Fans questions, answered by experts

Fan power is measured by CFM, or cubic feet per minute. For every 1,000 feet of square footage in your attic, you need a minimum of 700 CFM. Steeper roofs may need larger fans or about 840 CFM.  You can figure the size of attic fan you need by multiplying the square footage of your attic floor by 0.7. (multiply by 1.2 for a steep roof and 1.15 for a dark roof). That number is the CFM required for your fan to run efficiently.

Many ceiling fan-rated electrical boxes tend to be made of metal. However, some electrical boxes may also be made of heavy-duty plastic that is reinforced with metal support structures. It may also have an attachment that connects directly to a ceiling joist. If you are ever ensure, consult with a licensed professional to get their insight on best practices and whether the installation is a safe one.

Since the cost of installing a ceiling fan is $250 for most homeowners, it might be beneficial to replace your existing fan if you are experiencing a significant repair issue, like a broken motor. However, for less expensive repairs, like a fan blade replacement, you’ll likely spend less on the repair than a complete fan replacement. Of course, if you’re looking for an upgrade or a new style fan, replacing it altogether is always an option. 

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.

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.

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