"Excellent deal?two electricians for less than $500. Very polite and competent; no mess; no bother. Creative with challenges of hanging ceiling lights. I'm a difficult (demanding) customer and these guys handled everything we threw at them. "
"Called in the morning expecting to have someone possibly come by to do an estimate. Mike Cole called back by the end of the day and after asking a few questions about my needs, gave me a verbal estimate to furnish, install and wire 2 bath fans. Several workers arrived the next day as scheduled. Fans were installed with great care and precision. I added a few other repairs to the list and gave them the option of coming back at some other time to finish the work. They opted to complete the list in the same visit. I cannot say enough good things about the job. The workers were polite and answered all my questions and there was no mess for me to clean! I will use them again."
Great! He replaced several lightbulbs, a showerhead and gave several suggestions on how we can make our home more energy efficient. He was very personable and informative, a pleasure to work with!
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project
"We really like the finished ceiling project! The men are very professional and do excellent work! The Handy Guys will be remodeling our bathroom soon. Several other projects coming up soon. We highly recommend The Handy Guys!"
D&L Contractors specializes in all types of electrical needs. We can handle repairs and upgrades, new installations, specialty lighting, commercial projects, and any other electrical need a client may have. Dave Edwards, the company's owner is a master electrician with over 15 years of experience. He will personally come out and meet with you about any project and will answer any questions you may have about your project. D&L Contractors believes in top notch work at a fair price. We also believe in transparency on any job so the customer knows exactly what to expect. We are licensed and insured.
Many ceiling fan-rated electrical boxes tend to be made of metal. However, some electrical boxes may also be made of heavy-duty plastic that is reinforced with metal support structures. It may also have an attachment that connects directly to a ceiling joist. If you are ever ensure, consult with a licensed professional to get their insight on best practices and whether the installation is a safe one.
To determine if your ceiling box can support a fan, you must check if it is specifically fan-rated. Manufacturers are required to indicate this on the box itself. You may need to remove the existing light fixture to look inside the ceiling box for an inscription stating it is rated for fan use. If you do not see this confirmation, the box is likely not strong enough and must be replaced with a fan-rated junction box. For a proper and safe installation, you should also use a fan brace to secure the new box between the ceiling joists, which provides the necessary support for the fan's weight and motion.
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.
For a 12x12 room, a fan between 36" and 50" will work, as it falls in the range for spaces up to 144 square feet. These size fans provide adequate air circulation and ensure a comfortable environment without being overpowering. Even better, they come in a broad range of styles, offering aesthetics and functionality, making them suitable choices for maintaining an ideal room temperature and enhancing overall comfort.
Ceiling fans require periodic cleaning of blades to avoid dust accumulation, checking screws and connections for firmness, and occasional lubrication for components, keeping the fan running smoothly and quietly over time.
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