Ceiling fan installation in Lebanon NJ helps people feel more comfortable on very warm days. If the home has central air conditioning, the residents can keep the thermostat set higher because they feel comfortable with the fan’s breeze. This can help them save a significant amount of money on utility bills since air conditioning costs more to run than a fan does.
Fixture Replacement or Completely New Installation
In some cases, ceiling fan installation in Lebanon NJ involves removing an existing light fixture and replacing it with a combination fan and lamp. This is a relatively easy project as the wiring for a fixture is already in place. In other situations, the work must be done essentially from scratch, with a hole having to be cut in the ceiling where the equipment will be placed.
Electrical Work
More extensive electrical work must be completed by an installer from a company like Schaible’s Plumbing & Heating Inc. if there is no fixture in place already. The installation of a ceiling fan shouldn’t require an extra circuit breaker. Nevertheless, more breakers and wiring can be added at this time if the customer plans to add more electrical equipment shortly or has been experiencing tripped breakers. The more power-hungry devices cannot work on the same circuit. For instance, running a microwave oven and a space heater on the same circuit is bound to trip the breaker.
A new electrical box will be installed first if a previous fixture is not being replaced. If an old light fixture is being replaced with a fan, the worker will first examine the box and determine whether it should also be replaced.
Winter Use
Many people don’t realize it, but a ceiling fan can be reversed so it is useful in winter. The reversal of the blades draws warm air from the top of the room back into the living space. Since heat rises, this is an efficient way of keeping people in the room more comfortable while, at the same time, lowering the thermostat a degree or two. Anyone interested in this type of project may schedule an appointment at the earliest convenience.
