Ceiling fans & light fixtures
DuPage · Kane · Kendall · Will counties, IL
Swapping a light for a fan sounds simple until you find the ceiling box was never meant to hold a spinning fan, or there is no wiring in the ceiling at all.
We install ceiling fans and fixtures the right way: a fan-rated box anchored to the framing, new wiring and a switch where there was none, and help patching around the opening.
Signs you need this
- You want a fan in a bedroom or living room with no ceiling light
- An existing fan wobbles or the box looks loose
- You are hanging a heavy chandelier or a row of pendants
- You want a wall switch or remote instead of a pull chain
Questions
Can you add a fan where there is no light?
Yes. We run new wiring from a nearby circuit, add a switch and install a fan-rated box. How we route the wire depends on the attic or floor above.
Why does the box matter?
A standard light box is not built to carry a fan's weight and movement. Fans need a box listed for fan support, fastened to the framing.
Will there be drywall damage?
Usually only small openings. We keep them as small as possible and can help with patching.