Does a ceiling fan have to be wired to a switch?

• <div><p>No, a ceiling fan doesn’t have to be wired to a switch, but it’s often more convenient. You can use the included pull chain if your ceiling isn’t too high or install a remote module later, as they are a cheap, easy-to-install option that’ll let you control both the fan and light fixture.</p></div>

What size fan do you need?

• <div><p>Fan power is measured by CFM, or cubic feet per minute. For every 1,000 feet of square footage in your attic, you need a minimum of 700 CFM. Steeper roofs may need larger fans or about 840 CFM. You can figure <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/does-your-home-need-more-attic-ventilation.htm">the size of attic fan you need</a> by multiplying the square footage of your attic floor by 0.7. (multiply by 1.2 for a steep roof and 1.15 for a dark roof). That number is the CFM required for your fan to run efficiently.</p></div>

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Q: Does a ceiling fan have to be wired to a switch?

• <div><p>No, a ceiling fan doesn&rsquo;t have to be wired to a switch, but it&rsquo;s often more convenient. You can use the included pull chain if your ceiling isn&rsquo;t too high or install a remote module later, as they are a cheap, easy-to-install option that&rsquo;ll let you control both the fan and light fixture.</p></div>

Q: What is the most efficient ceiling fan height?

• <div><p>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.</p></div>

Q: How long does fan installation take?

• <div><p>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.</p></div>

Q: What keeps dust off fans?

• <div><p>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.</p></div>

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Reviewed in April 2026
This was the best experience that I've had. Love the floors and also everybody who sees them. Would recommend him to everybody.
Fitzpatrick Home Inspection
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Reviewed in March 2026
Fast and efficient work, clear communication. Nick and his crew plastered our basement walls and ceiling in three days. Quality work. Thanks Nick.
Nicholas Melanson Professional Plastering & Drywall
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Reviewed in July 2025
Great communication. Super fast service. Got our ceiling fan that’s been broken for 4 years working in no time at all. Highly recommended! Thanks, John!
Noyes Electric
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Reviewed in September 2023
Monarch Roofing were very forthcoming, honest and delivered excellent quality work. Our property was left without a trace of debris anywhere. The workers were very respectful of our property. I would highly recommend this company to anyone looking for a job well done.
Monarch Roofing & General Contractors
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Reviewed in October 2022
He came in just before we were redoing our home he did all the drywall and ceilings. He did a great job. His work is impeccable. His work ethic is really good, he knows his stuff. He cleaned up after himself.
Triple J Plastering & Drywall, LLC
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Reviewed in January 2021
Shameer is great to work with. I had some non-traditional ideas and he was more than happy to oblige. He completely gutted my kitchen and re-did everything from floor to ceiling. He has a good eye, wide range of skills, and was completely trustworthy to be left to it while I went to work. I will...
Shameer
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Reviewed in January 2018
We hired Adam to paint some rooms and ceilings in our house before it was put on the market. He was prompt, did an excellent job and was super nice to boot. Wish we could take him with us to paint our new house in Indiana!
Magpie Painting, LLC
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Reviewed in February 2017
Frank and his team did a nice job on a couple of inside electrical projects. Frank installed a transfer switch for my new generator as well as installing a fan in light in my bathroom. His team worked on several electrical changes in my bedroom. We had a slight misunderstanding on the bedroom...
Frank Wdowiak- Master Electrician
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Reviewed in April 2015
Reggie and his guys were awesome!!! Reggie met with us on our schedule and timing. They did extensive repairs to walls and ceilings - they look better than new! They completely remodeled 2 bathrooms -- they both look spectacular. They sanded all the floors in the house -- look great. They worked...
RM Builders
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Reviewed in October 2010
Initially, there were 2 jobs; a small remodeling of the bathroom and to replace the ceiling in a bedroom. The bathroom job was to pull out cabinets and replace them with a washer and dryer, replace the toilet and the sink, and put in a drop ceiling. When work began, it was discovered that a...
West Dummerston Builders Inc
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New England Home Renovations LLC

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Serving Dummerston, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 1983

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Emergency services offered

"I had hired Richard's company to install a new fan in our bathroom. They installed the fan but chipped the plaster around the edge of the fan and then left the plaster on the floor covering it with the bathmats. I didn't intend to use NE Renovations again, but decided that all of the glowing recommendations from Angie's List must not be wrong. I contacted Richard to install a new kitchen faucet the I had purchased. I told him about the plaster issue. He came and installed my faucet when he said he would. Several weeks later I emailed him to ask when he was going to send the invoice and he told me that he was not going to charge me because of the previous issue. This kind of customer service is hard to find these days."

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American Home Shield – Home Warranty

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Ceiling Fan - InstallCeiling Fan - Repair

Serving Dummerston, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 1971

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"The furnace took 4 days to get approved( not counting a Sunday) the others were quick but the water heater had to be ordered so without hot water for a week. One ceiling fan was easy but within a year their policy changed and They would not install the one I purchased and had to get a new one approved and then ordered online and took several weeks to get straightened out. Not sure who was at fault, AHS, installer or scheduling with renter. Fee is usually $75 per visit"

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Amped-Up Electric

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Serving Dummerston, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

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Seperates himself with communication, clean install, follow the code

Ceiling Fan - Install

Serving Dummerston, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 2001

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Griffith Electric is the company to call for all of your electrical projects. We provide quality work at reasonable rates. Customer satisfaction is our priority. We look forward to working with you!

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Serving Dummerston, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

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I pride myself on my professionalism, as well as my ability to complete every job to the homeowner's total satisfaction. I never leave a job unfinished, or a homeowner not 100% satisfied with my level of service - Call today!\n

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Ceiling Fans questions, answered by experts

No, a ceiling fan doesn’t have to be wired to a switch, but it’s often more convenient. You can use the included pull chain if your ceiling isn’t too high or install a remote module later, as they are a cheap, easy-to-install option that’ll let you control both the fan and light fixture.

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.

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.

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.

Fan power is measured by CFM, or cubic feet per minute. For every 1,000 feet of square footage in your attic, you need a minimum of 700 CFM. Steeper roofs may need larger fans or about 840 CFM. You can figure the size of attic fan you need by multiplying the square footage of your attic floor by 0.7. (multiply by 1.2 for a steep roof and 1.15 for a dark roof). That number is the CFM required for your fan to run efficiently.

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