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Paul W Chace
4.9(
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Ceiling Fan - Install

Serving Somerville, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1973

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Paul has done many projects around our home, from installing outlets, installing a ceiling fan, adding outlets and hanging tvs, to wiring a garbage disposal and each time the work has been very high quality. He is always available to help and provides great service at a great price. I highly recommend Paul for all of your electrical needs!"
Response time11 hrs
29 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Cosmas Hatzis Licensed Electrician
5.0(
5
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Ceiling Fan - Install

Serving Somerville, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mr Hatzis came to my house swapped out some outlets for me then he ran some power and light in my new Shed Great job and very clean. I will definitely hire him again for any or all my electrical needs. Thanks Again Cosmos NICK REISOPOULOS"
Outdoor Stair lighting
Outdoor Stair lighting
Sun Porch
Led Lighting
Cieling Fan Installation

+5

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Fitzgerald Electric Inc.
5.0(
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Ceiling Fan - Install

Serving Somerville, 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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3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
ElectriChris, Inc
4.9(
17
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Ceiling Fan - Install

Serving Somerville, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"He called me a day ahead of work that was being performed he was on time he was professional all through the day he kept me updated on work being performe he ask if there was anything else that I would need while I’m having the work done his prices are very reasonable and the best thing l like about Electri Chris ,Inc he stands behind all his work if l had any issues i’ve also recommended him to other friends and that’s something I never do but I felt very confident with his work and professionalism l highly recommend him if your looking for someone serious and loves his job that would be Chris."
Electrical Project
Electrical Project
Electrical Project
40 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by47%of homeowners
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NEC Electric
3.9(
109
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Ceiling Fan - Install

Serving Somerville, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

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

+1

Response time30 mins
67 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by77%of homeowners
Daniel Provost Electric
4.9(
7
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Ceiling Fan - InstallCeiling Fan - Repair

Serving Somerville, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Daniel Provost was great! He got back to us right away & was very accommodating to schedule. Daniel was professional and personable. He explained things to us quite clearly. His honesty and reasonable price make Daniel someone I would absolutely recommend."
Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Ceiling Fans questions, answered by experts

Generally, a ceiling fan should be mounted at least seven feet from the floor in the center of your room with a wall clearance of around 18 inches. If your ceiling is more than eight feet high, it’s recommended by experts that the ceiling fan be mounted around eight to nine feet from the ground. This helps ensure a better quality of circulated airflow.

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.

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.

For a 12x12 room, a fan between 36" and 50" will work, as it falls in the range for spaces up to 144 square feet. These size fans provide adequate air circulation and ensure a comfortable environment without being overpowering. Even better, they come in a broad range of styles, offering aesthetics and functionality, making them suitable choices for maintaining an ideal room temperature and enhancing overall comfort.

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. 

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