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Guardian Electrical LLC
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Ceiling Fan - InstallCeiling Fan - Repair

Serving Marshfield, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

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"Ed did an excellent job installing my new ceiling fan. He arrived on time, was pleasant and professional, and completed the project of installing my ceiling fan, as well as its wall control switch and dimmer for my existing LED lights. The bronze Minka Aria fan looks excellent and was the ideal match for our living area, offering ample air circulation. I also wanted to replace two construction-grade light fixtures in my laundry room, which he was able to do—now my laundry room looks much nicer and brighter. He explained everything he did throughout the entire procedure, which I very much appreciated, and also repaired earlier installation workmanship, which was needed.Will definitely hire him again for any electrical work."
Response time1 day
Response rate89%
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Amax Electric
4.6(
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Ceiling Fan - InstallCeiling Fan - Repair

Serving Marshfield, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

"Max is very thorough in providing an estimate. When installing he keeps the work area clean. We had several new lighting fixtures installed, updated wall switches and added some new ones. Compared to other electricians he was very reasonable with his pricing. We have more work to be done and he is the person we are hiring."
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Ceiling Fans questions, answered by experts

Yes, you can install a ceiling fan where a standard light fixture is, as the electrical wiring is often similar and may not need to be replaced. The most important step is to ensure the ceiling can support the fan's weight and motion. You will need to replace the existing light fixture's electrical box with a fan-rated electrical box, which is specifically designed to handle the extra weight and vibration. These boxes will be labeled as suitable for ceiling fan support and will indicate the maximum weight they can hold. Before you begin, also consider if you need an extension rod for a high ceiling or a special mount for an angled ceiling.

Most ceiling fans have a lifespan of anywhere from five to 15 years or 10 years on average. Just how long your ceiling fan lasts depends on the quality of the parts, how much it’s used, and how well you maintain it. A fan with a weak motor that runs on the medium setting nonstop is likely to have a shorter lifespan compared to a fan with a powerful motor that runs on the slowest setting for air circulation.

In short, no. You can use the square footage range chart in this article to determine the right size ceiling fan for both indoor and outdoor spaces. However, weather elements can damage types of ceiling fans that aren't designed for outdoor use, so your ceiling fan should be weather-resistant if you plan to install it outside.

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.

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.

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