Typically, a piece of 2×4 wood blocking is nailed between the ceiling joists at the location of the new fan and the electrical box is screwed to this piece of blocking.

Dear James: My husband bought a ceiling fan last summer, and it is still in the box. I am going to have to put it up myself at a light fixture. Are there any things to pay extra close attention to ...

Ceiling fans can help in a household in the absence of air-con. Here are some tips on how to choose and install the right model for your home.

Ceiling fans range in price from about $75 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.

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 ...

Finish by installing any cover plates and blades, and give it a test. Most ceiling fans have a reverse switch on them so the direction of the blades can be changed during the winter to help pull ...

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