Ceiling Fan Installation
A ceiling fan not only adds another design element to a space, but it can also help reduce your energy bill, which is a win/win situation. The design choices are nearly endless, and there are ceiling fans with and without lights. You can have ceiling fans indoors or out, and they're a great way to add a new look with a minimum of fuss and bother. Before you get a ceiling fan installed, there are a few things you should know.
few things you should know.
Check the junction box
Many rooms have a light installed in the center of the room. It’s easy to think you can just remove the light and pop a ceiling fan up there. However, it's not always quite that simple.
There are a few more things to consider than just placement. Ceiling lights are attached to a junction box that holds the wiring and the weight of the light. Since a ceiling light and a ceiling fan are very different weights, it’s probably a good idea to call a professional. Energized Electric can come out and take a look. It is always good practice to be careful with electricity and let the experts handle it.
Ceiling fans can be used all year
Ceiling fans improve airflow, and they are useful in summer or winter. Ceiling fans can go clockwise or counterclockwise. In the summer, set it to turn counterclockwise. This will provide a downward, cooling breeze. In the winter, flip the switch to turn it clockwise so the blades send the warm air around the entire space instead of letting the warm air hang out at ceiling level. Using the ceiling fan year-round can lower energy bills.
Getting the correct size is important
A small ceiling fan in a large room with a high ceiling will be useless. At the other end of the scale, a large ceiling fan in a small bathroom is not right either. Bathroom ceiling fans must have a motor designed to operate in damp situations. The size of any ceiling fan must fit the room and it must be hung at the correct level. Some rooms will need two ceiling fans to get the most relief from extreme temperatures.
Consider the location and safety
Ceiling fans are great for many rooms, but there are some places where they should not be, simply for safety factors. There shouldn't be any ceiling fans in these instances:
Near bunk beds
Where they might hit an opening door
If the ceiling is lower than 7 feet
Call a professional
When working with electricity, it’s really a good idea to call a professional. Hire an electrician, and you’ll have the satisfaction of knowing the job was done right. For more home improvement tips, follow TheHomeMag on Instagram and Facebook.
