Installing cathedral fans can be tricky because you can't wire them through an attic.
If you are looking to buy a cathedral ceiling fan, you will need to look at cost, appearance, accessibility and practicality of installation. There is probably no attic above your cathedral ceiling, so you must be sure that there's an unobtrusive way to connect the fan to a power source. You will also need a device that comes with a remote control. You want an assurance that once the fan is installed, you won't have to climb up a ladder or regularly hire an electrician to maintain it.
Instructions
1. Consult an electrician. He can look over the electrical system in your house and tell you what types of fans will work with your . You may need him to install the device after the purchase, so it's worth the added expense. This consultation may be an estimate for the work, so you can then factor in the cost of labor when deciding on how much to spend on the fan, and you still have the option of looking for an electrician that will do the work for less.
2. Visit a lighting store or large hardware store that has a large selection of ceiling fans. You can browse online as well, but it's better to shop in person if you want to visualize how a fan would blend in or contrast with the walls and ceiling of a room. Bring the room measurements and the height of your ceiling if you have that information available, as well as any recommendations you obtained from an electrician. If you are replacing an existing cathedral ceiling can, note the brand and model number of that device, or its specifications, which may include the length of blades, horse power and whether the blades are made of wood or plastic.
3. Limit your choices to something that has a warranty or guarantee on the product. This is important because you won't have easy access to a high ceiling to fix the device yourself or replace parts if something goes wrong. If the purchase does not include a service agreement, you at least want parts or product replacement covered to help offset the costs of an electrician. Read over the guarantees on fans very thoroughly to note whether the entire fan, or just the motor, is covered. The length of guarantees typically range from five years to lifetime coverage.
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