"Charleston electric was great to work with. The staff who scheduled the appointment were very professional and helpful. Paul installed the fans and ring devices and he was awesome! He is very knowledgeable and completed the work quickly. I highly recommend Charleston Electric and Paul and plan to use them in the future for all my electrical needs.."
LimRic Plumbing, Heating & Air has been fulfilling light commercial and residential plumbing, heating and air conditioning needs of the Charleston area for more than 50 years. Our team provides excellent customer service and is dedicated to ensuring our staff is informed and knowledgeable so that your commercial or residential space remains safe for you, your family, or your business.
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\nAt LimRic Plumbing, Heating & Air, customer satisfaction is our priority. You can rest easy on our service pledge of “Call Today, Comfortable Tonight!” With our Quick Comfort guarantee, we promise that if we can’t fix your HVAC or Plumbing issue on the first service visit, we will provide you with a temporary replacement until we can restore it to working order. With more than 80 fully stocked service vehicles, a staff of highly trained technicians and multiple locations in the Lowcountry, we can confidently promise same-day service to our customers.
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"Victor called me immediately and came over to look at my electrical problem. He was very thorough and explained what he was doing. Even though he could not fix the problem we now know we have defective ceiling fans and it is definitely not an electrical problem."
"This was a large project for us, and we definitely slowed them down more than they did us (by taking time to make our choices and decisions and by adding a few things to the job). They were always accommodating and helpful. Their prices were not the cheapest, but they were always fair and reasonable, and there was never any sense that they were trying to pad the job in any way. We were not as clear as we should have been in the beginning about whose responsibility it would be to pay for repairing the sheet rock on the ceiling in the kitchen after changing out the lights, but I think that was our fault, not Mike's. Always in a job like this, there are repairs that need to be made that weren't anticipated in the bid and original plan, but they were all handled in a fair and timely way. The crews did quality work and we felt very comfortable having them in our home. Mike and Logan did a great job of making sure any problems were corrected and the job was completed to our satisfaction. All in all, a very professional job, a pleasure to deal with, and we would definitely hire them again if we need any more work done!
"Electrician was prompt and friendly. Worked very quickly. I had purchased a full day and he had gotten through most of my items by the mid-day point. A couple of my ceiling fan light kits were not working properly and needed a little extra attention to troubleshoot. Also the doorbell I had purchased needed a transformer in order to complete install. The tech was eager to leave and said he would come back another day if wanted him to. When I tried to schedule a follow up, he was booked up for at least the next 3 weeks. I was disappointed that since I had paid and booked for a full day, he didn't stick around long enough for me to run to the store and get whatever supplies might be needed so the job could be finished that day. Also after he left, we realized one of the regular light fixtures that was installed wasn't working. Considering I paid for a full day and only got a half day of work, and had to pay someone else to come back and finish the job, I don't feel like I got a great deal."
"The electrician was punctual and professional, although there was some confusion as to the pricing. Why am I choosing NOT to use them for additional work? Over the top pricing. Other chandeliers (requiring an electrical box in the ceiling) were priced at just under $800 per chandelier. This was substantially higher than anyone else's quote."
"He was punctual, very nice and efficient. He had everything he needed and put together the fans quickly. After he installed both them and the remotes, he thoroughly explained how they worked, i.e. how to use the dimmer for the lights, etc. Very happy with the job he did. "
The number of blades for your fan poses both advantages and disadvantages. Typically, the more blades on a fan, the better the air distribution and cooling effect, but this also means that your fan will have more wear on its motor. For small rooms, three-blade fans should work fine. For larger areas like living rooms, four or five-blade fans might be the better option.
When choosing a mounting bracket, you have the option between flush mounts and downrod mounts. Flush mounts are the better option for low ceilings as they feature a lower profile. Downrod mounts are the optimal choice for rooms with high ceilings as they offer a pole that adjusts the height of the fan.
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.
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.
Stainless steel or aluminum fans are long-lasting and have less air resistance. They are best for outdoor use as their durability helps them withstand unpleasant weather conditions. Their heavy weight requires a stronger motor, which leads to more noise than other blade materials.
Wooden fan blades are a classic, durable option. They are much quieter than metal fans and feature a wide range of styles and finishes to choose from. However, they can be damaged by moisture if not covered with plastic.
Plastic fan blades are lightweight, easy to clean, and versatile. There are various shapes and styles to choose from as plastic is easily molded and dyed. They will also deteriorate slower than other materials as they aren’t as susceptible to humidity and moisture.
The Mcclellanville, SC homeowners’ guide to ceiling fan services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
Discover the cost to install a ceiling fan, including labor, materials, and tips to save. Learn what impacts your price and how to budget for your project.
Ceiling fans cool down your home while stylishly accenting your space. With a variety of types of ceiling fan on the market to choose from, you can’t go wrong.
Although the risk is low, there are a few telltale signs that a ceiling fan will fall off your ceiling. This guide explains when to worry (and when not to).
