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Paul W Chace
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Ceiling Fan - Install

Serving Somerville, MA and surrounding areas

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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
28 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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Carmen Colella Electric
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Serving Somerville, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They were super responsive, came the next day to swap a bad circuit breaker. Very nice, informative and professional, followed all Covid protocols. I would highly recommend Carmen and his crew!"
Response time5 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Fitzgerald Electric Inc.
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Ceiling Fan - Install

Serving Somerville, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

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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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ElectriChris, Inc
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Ceiling Fan - Install

Serving Somerville, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Chris was on time professional and did exactly what I needed. Had beautiful recessed lighting put on first floor. Changed out all old bedroom light fixtures and put my favorite dimmer switches in all rooms. Communication was 110% fabulous from beginning to end of job. Highly recommend Chris and his crew."
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Recommended by50%of homeowners
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NEC Electric
3.9(
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Ceiling Fan - Install

Serving Somerville, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1978

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Called promptly and came out the next day. We actually did not need a new fan, just cleaning of the old one. Very professional and courteous."
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Response time30 mins
78 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 Somerville, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I never hired anyone thru this service so when Jersen called me so quickly and he said he could address my problem AND he could come the same day, I was sold. Very courteous and professional and got the job done. I would recommend him highly."
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Old electrical panel
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Response time1 hour
Response rate98%
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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.

There are many types of ceiling fans, from self-automated smart ceiling fans to outdoor ceiling fans that provide additional comfort to your patio. What you choose all comes down to function and personal taste.

Consider your ceiling height when selecting a ceiling fan. Rooms with ceilings under eight feet high will do well with low-profile ceiling fans, also known as flush-mount or hugger ceiling fans. If your home has cathedral ceilings or ceilings between 10 and 25 feet high, you’ll need a large ceiling fan with a heavy-duty motor to get adequate air circulation.

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.

Installing a ceiling fan where no wiring exists is a difficult and potentially dangerous job that should not be attempted as a DIY project. It is recommended to hire a certified electrician to build the necessary electrical infrastructure. In some areas, building codes require this work to be done by a professional to ensure safety and compliance. Due to the complexity, this type of installation is a significant job that could cost up to $2,000.

Ceiling fans can be a great way to cool your home without the expensive utility bill of running an air conditioner. Plus, ceiling fans can sometimes run in both directions, pushing hot air down in winter and pulling cold air up in summer. With that said, air conditioning might be the only thing that helps if you live in a very warm climate.

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