Install a Remote Control Ceiling Fan: Do it Yourself

Installing a remote controlled ceiling fan will help cool off a warm room in the hot summer weather and help to mix the air during winter weather. If you are looking to purchase a ceiling fan for a room in your house and are considering installing it yourself here are some helpful tips for you do it yourself. First decide on the type of ceiling fan that you want. Do you want a remote controlled variable speed fan with lighting and dimmer or a ceiling fan without lighting? Depending on the use may help you decide if you need lighting on the fan. If the fan is going to be installed over a kitchen table or going in a spot where there is an existing light fixture you will probably want a light included. If you are adding a ceiling fan in a family room you may not want the light. There are also different size fans available, choose a size that is appropriate for the room size. Installing the new ceiling fan in a new location may be a little harder than installing in place of an existing light fixture. Most handy people can tackle this project which may be done in a few hours. If you have worked with electric before and have some carpentry skills this will be easy for you to do. Install a Remote Control Ceiling Fan in place of an existing light fixture. Evaluate the ceiling area where the existing light is to see if it will be a good spot to mount the new ceiling fan and check that the fan blades will be clear of any obstructions. If this existing light is on a wall switch this is ok and wall switch will have to be left on for the new fan to operate by remote control. If this location is ok to mount the fan, turn off the circuit breaker for the light and proceed with installation. * Before starting installation unpack the new ceiling fan with all accessories or light kits and check that no parts are missing.

Tools and Materials

1. Stepladder

2. Screwdrivers, pliers, utility knife, spackle knife, wire cutter/stripper

3. Cordless drill with bits, safety glasses

4. wire nuts, electrical tape, circuit tester,

5. Remodeling type electrical box with brackets for supporting a ceiling fan

6. Wood screws, scrap 2x6, scrap sheetrock for patching