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Paul W Chace
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Ceiling Fan - Install

Serving Wakefield, 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
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Recommended by82%of homeowners
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Carmen Colella Electric
4.8(
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Ceiling Fan - InstallCeiling Fan - Repair

Serving Wakefield, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Carmen and his team were amazing replacing my fuse boxes , very professional and know what they're doing . Absolutely will be calling him again . I highly recommend him !"
Response time5 hrs
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Fitzgerald Electric Inc.
5.0(
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Ceiling Fan - Install

Serving Wakefield, 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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Ceiling Fans questions, answered by experts

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.

Keeping dust off fans can keep them working optimally and help keep dust mites or bacteria from building up. Dust fans weekly with a duster, microfiber cloth, old pillowcase, or vacuum attachment. You can also try spraying a clean fan with a store-bought dust-repellent product or making a DIY dust-repellent with water and a small amount of liquid fabric softener mixed in.

The direction your ceiling fan spins helps create comfortable airflow in your home and can also help cut down on energy costs. 

During summer, your ceiling fan should spin counterclockwise. This will push cooler air downward in a column and help lower your room’s air temperature. In the winter, set your ceiling fan to spin clockwise and at the lowest speed setting. This will pull cool air upwards, displacing the warm air that pools towards the top of your ceiling and bringing it down towards the floor.

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.

Fans not turning on, wobbling, noisy motors, or faulty remote controls are common issues requiring repair.

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