Extractor fan installation in Exeter
Professional extractor fan installation services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£110-£160
Typical Duration
2-3 hrs
Location
Exeter, Devon
Professional extractor fan installation in Exeter - your fan fitted, wired, and vented to outside so your bathroom or kitchen stays dry and mould-free.
Stop Steam, Stop Mould
Bathrooms create moisture. Without extraction, it causes damp and mould. Proper extractor fans remove it. Vented outside, not into the ceiling void.
💡 Pro tip: Fans with humidity sensors are brilliant - they switch on automatically when you shower and run until moisture levels drop. No need to remember anything.
Extracted vs Trapped
| ✅ Proper Extraction | ❌ No Fan |
|---|---|
| Steam goes outside | Condenses on walls |
| Bathroom dries | Stays damp |
| No mould | Black mould grows |
| Fresh air | Musty smell |
Fan Types
| Type | Best For |
|---|---|
| Basic timer | Runs on with overrun |
| Humidity sensor | Automatic operation |
| Constant trickle | Background ventilation |
| PIR sensor | Activates on movement |
What You Get
🔧 The Full Service
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Position | Best wall/ceiling spot |
| Core | Hole through wall |
| Install | Fan and vent |
| Wire | Connect to lighting circuit |
📦 You're Left With
- Fan working
- Vented outside
- Timer set
- No more damp
Pricing Guide
| Scope | Estimated Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Fan replacement (existing duct) | 1.5 hrs | £110 |
| New fan with wall core | 2-3 hrs | £160 |
£60 minimum (first hour) + £50/hr after. Fan and vent materials extra.
Perfect For Your Project If...
✅ No fan - Need extraction
✅ Old fan - Noisy or failing
✅ Damp problems - Mould appearing
✅ Upgrade - Want humidity sensor
Why Choose Us for Extractor fan installation in Exeter?
Removes moisture
Prevents mould
Proper venting
Quiet operation
What to Expect
Step 1: Position
Decide best location for fan.
Step 2: Install
Core wall, fit fan and external vent.
Step 3: Wire
Connect to light switch with overrun.
🔧 DIY Tips
Installing an extractor fan yourself? Here's what matters:
🔧 What you'll need
- Core drill (110mm usually)
- Screwdriver
- Wire strippers
- External vent cover
📐 Installation tips
- Position opposite the door (draws air across room)
- Check for pipes and cables before coring
- Slope duct slightly down to outside
- Seal around external vent
- Test overrun timer works
⚠️ Important points
- Must vent outside, not into loft
- Electrical connections need care
- IP rating matters in bathrooms
- Don't block with furniture
💡 Pro tip: If you're coring through an external wall, have a bucket and brush ready for the dust. And check outside for cables or pipes before drilling.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
💨 Good ventilation is invisible - you don't notice it when it's working, but you definitely notice when it isn't. Mould is the symptom, not the problem.
Combine with:
- Second fan elsewhere
- Humidity sensor upgrade
- Whole house ventilation
Related services:
- Cooker hood installation
- Bathroom electrics
- Damp investigation
Frequently Asked Questions
Where does the air go?
Outside - through the wall or via ducting to an external vent. Fans that just vent into the loft cause damp problems up there. Proper installation means outside.
Do bathroom fans need to run after you leave?
Ideally yes - overrun timers keep the fan going for 10-15 minutes after you turn the light off. This clears remaining moisture. We fit fans with timers built in.
Can you replace my old noisy fan?
Yes - modern fans are much quieter. Same hole usually works. We swap old for new and set up any timer functions.
What about humidity sensors?
Some fans have built-in humidity sensors - they switch on automatically when moisture rises. Good for people who forget to use the fan. We can fit these.
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