Keeping Cool in Cary, Durham, Raleigh, and Beyond
Ceiling fans are great, especially here in the Triangle. They’re your key to maintaining comfort without boosting your power bills. That matters a whole lot here in Raleigh, Durham, and Cary where the summer temps are nearly always in the high 80s and 90s with high humidity to boot. The whole Raleigh-Durham area now experiences roughly 40 more days of above-normal summer warmth than it did a half-century ago.
Blaze Heating, Cooling, Electrical & Plumbing is the Triangle go-to for cooling services and ceiling fan installation: new installs, replacements, and upgrades. If you’re looking for a way to keep cool without breaking the bank, give us a call!
Ceiling Fan Installation Services We Offer
Here’s what we offer homeowners. It goes well beyond a simple ceiling fan swap.
New Ceiling Fan Installation
This involves installing a brand new ceiling fan in a room that never had one to begin with. It’ll involve running new wiring and installing a junction box. THe Blaze team will assess the ceiling height and help you choose the best fan size and mounting style. Since it’s required by local NC code, we’ll pull any permits you need.
Ceiling Fan Replacement
This is if your fan is broken and you need a new model. We’ll take a look at the existing junction box, see if it can handle a new fan, (older homes in Raleigh and Durham neighborhoods usually have boxes rated for light fixtures, but not fans). We’ll handle all the wiring cleanly.
Ceiling Fan with Light Kit Installation
A lot of fans include a light kit, and the Blaze team wires both the fan motor and light to separate switches if you want it that way. We can also install dimmers and smart switches for a light. Of course, we’ll go over all your options and make sure everything’s compatible and running.
Outdoor Ceiling Fan Installation
Who says you only need a ceiling fan indoors? A good outdoor ceiling fan is great for hosting backyard parties and gatherings. Screened-in outdoor living spaces in Cary, Apex, and Wake Forest are popular, so it follows that you need a fan that can keep up. Fans outside need to be UL-rated for damp or wet; we’ll take care of that for you.
Smart Ceiling Fan Installation
You connect smart fans to your WiFi, and you can control them via an app or voice assistant. The Blaze team will wire it so it’s compatible with your existing smart home setup (Google Home, Amazon Alexa, etc.).
Why Ceiling Fan Installation Should Be Done by a Licensed Electrician
We know people love to lean into DIY projects, but a ceiling fan installation in Raleigh, Durham, and Cary can’t happen without a skilled professional. Here’s why:
- Junction box failure is a real risk; a box rated for a light fixture can easily fail under the load of a spinning fan
- Wrong wiring can cause the fan to run at the wrong speeds, and even create a fire hazard
- Older homes in Raleigh and Durham need to have their wiring evaluated by the Blaze team before pulling the trigger on ceiling fan installations
- The electricians at Blaze know all of the NC wiring codes. Any uncertified, unpermitted electrical work can easily jeopardize any coverage and complicate a future home sale.
Schedule Ceiling Fan Installation in the Triangle
Ready to keep it cool in the Triangle this summer? Call on the experts at Blaze Heating, Cooling, Electrical & Plumbing to get your ceiling fans up and running in Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill. Give us a call and we’ll walk you through your needs today!
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you install a ceiling fan where there’s no existing wiring?
Yes, absolutely. Our electricians in the Triangle can run new wiring from your electrical panel to where the install is. It’s a more in-depth job than just replacing, but it’s more common in this area where homes don’t have ceiling lights.
How long does ceiling fan installation take?
A standard, straightforward replacement takes about an hour or two. It depends on the wiring situation, mostly; if there;s new wiring to be done, it can take around 2 to 4 hours. We’ll let you know what your timeline will look like, and we’ll keep any disturbances to a minimum.
Do I need a separate switch for the fan and the light?
No, not necessarily. Many fans come with a remote or pull chains that control fan speed and light on their own from a single switch. If you have a smart fan, you can nix the need for two different switches altogether.