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Paul W Chace
4.9(
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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

Approved

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
4 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

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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Ceiling Fans questions, answered by experts

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.

A typical fan installation takes between two and six hours. The exact timeframe can be influenced by factors such as the home's structure, existing electrical characteristics, ease of attic access, and whether complex wiring or additional attic ventilation work is required.

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.

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.

Ceiling fans are very often worth the investment because they improve comfort in your living space and help reduce utility bills. In the late spring and early fall—and even in the summer in some areas—homeowners with ceiling fans can often get away with open windows and fans, which can cut down on cooling bills and also reduce wear and tear on the HVAC system. Over time, ceiling fans can pay for themselves by saving you money on electric bills and air conditioner repair and maintenance.

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