Ceiling fan installation in Exeter
Professional ceiling fan installation services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£85-£110
Typical Duration
1-2 hrs
Location
Exeter, Devon
Professional ceiling fan installation in Exeter - your fan securely mounted to the ceiling, properly wired, and balanced for smooth, quiet operation.
Cool Air, Secure Mounting
Ceiling fans look simple but need proper installation. Heavy, spinning, mounted overhead. Get it right or it's dangerous. Solid fixing, correct wiring, balanced blades.
💡 Pro tip: Run ceiling fans counter-clockwise in summer (pushes air down) and clockwise in winter on low (circulates warm air). Most have a switch for this.
Professionally Installed vs DIY Attempt
| ✅ Proper Installation | ❌ Bodged Job |
|---|---|
| Solid ceiling mount | Wobbly bracket |
| Correct wiring | Guesswork connections |
| Balanced blades | Constant wobble |
| Quiet operation | Annoying hum |
Fan Types We Install
| Type | Best For |
|---|---|
| Standard | Normal ceiling height |
| Flush mount | Low ceilings |
| Fan with light | Combined function |
| Remote control | Convenience |
What You Get
🔧 The Full Service
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Check | Ceiling box strength |
| Mount | Secure bracket |
| Wire | Safe connections |
| Balance | No wobble |
📦 You're Left With
- Fan securely mounted
- Working correctly
- Silent operation
- Remote programmed (if applicable)
Pricing Guide
| Scope | Estimated Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Ceiling fan installation | 1-1.5 hrs | £85 |
| Complex installation | 2 hrs | £110 |
£60 minimum (first hour) + £50/hr after. Reinforcement extra if needed.
Perfect For Your Project If...
✅ Summer cooling - Need airflow
✅ Replacing light - Want fan instead
✅ New fan - Bought but not fitted
✅ Energy conscious - Cheaper than AC
Why Choose Us for Ceiling fan installation in Exeter?
Secure mounting
Safe wiring
Balanced blades
Quiet operation
What to Expect
Step 1: Assess
Check ceiling strength and electrics.
Step 2: Install
Mount bracket and wire fan.
Step 3: Test
Balance and test all speeds.
🔧 DIY Tips
Installing a ceiling fan yourself? Here's what matters:
🔧 What you'll need
- Screwdriver
- Wire strippers
- Voltage tester
- Step ladder
📐 Installation tips
- Turn off power at consumer unit
- Check ceiling box is fan-rated
- Follow wiring diagram exactly
- Tighten all blade screws
- Test on all speeds
⚠️ Important points
- Standard light boxes often too weak
- Wobble means imbalance - fix it
- Don't skip the canopy cover
- Test voltage before touching wires
💡 Pro tip: If your fan wobbles, try swapping two adjacent blades. Manufacturing differences mean some blade combinations balance better.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
🌀 Ceiling fans are underrated - they use 10% of the energy of air conditioning and can make a room feel 4°C cooler.
Combine with:
- Light dimmer fitting
- Remote control setup
- Additional ceiling point
Related services:
- Light fitting
- Electrical work
- Home improvements
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I replace a light with a ceiling fan?
Often yes - if the existing ceiling box is sturdy enough. Fans are heavier than lights and wobble, so the fixing needs to be solid. We check this first and reinforce if needed.
Does my ceiling need to be high enough?
Ideally 8ft minimum, with fan blades at least 7ft from the floor. Lower ceilings can work with flush-mount fans. We'll advise what suits your space.
Can I have a fan with a light?
Yes - combo fan/lights are common. They wire to the same supply. Some have separate switches for fan and light, others use pull cords or remotes.
Will it wobble?
Not if installed properly. Wobble usually means unbalanced blades or loose mounting. We balance everything before leaving.
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