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Many fans now also have an optional remote-control wall switch that will control both the fan and light if the fan is replacing a ceiling light. The first step is to install a new metal electrical ...

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If you were replacing a light fixture with a ceiling fan, which is typically heavier , you would need to install a brace bar so that the fan won’t fall.

Ceiling fans range in price from about $100 to several hundred dollars and take a little more than an hour to install. Most of this time is spent assembling the fan after taking it out of the box.

As you prepare for warmer temperatures this summer consider installing a ceiling fan. It's not as difficult as you may think and you'll save energy on cooling costs.

When it's time to install, if you're replacing a light fixture with a ceiling fan, check to ensure that the electric box can support the weight. Your fan is going to gather dust and even pollen.

Whether you’re looking to ward off stifling summer heat or just looking to increase airflow in living or sleeping spaces, it’s hard to beat a ceiling fan. Paired with air conditioning or even ...