New Project! Bedroom fan w/ wiremold - Handyman WIRE
WEBThose are connected to a switch. The fan, is NOT connected to the switch, but much like my fans in the living room, is using some sort of extension cord, which goes IN the ceiling, then down some wiremold and plugs into an outlet. Definitely not code.
Wobbly ceiling fan - Handyman WIRE - Handyman USA
WEBJul 11, 2024 · Depends on the design of the fan whether or it will wobble or not. My bedroom Hunter fan is rock solid and rotates with jewel like precision with absolutely no wobble. If the wobble is a result of play in the mounting to the ceiling it …
HandymanWire - Ceiling Tips
WEBRun the fans in reverse and set the speed control on LOW. The fan will help drive the rising warm air that collects near the ceiling, back down towards the floor-where people need it most to stay warm! Ceiling Paint Estimates To estimate approximately how much paint you will need to paint your ceiling, multiply the width times the depth of the ...
Help with Unknown Doodads on Ceiling Fan Wires?
WEBI'm trying to install a lighting kit on my existing ceiling fan but can't figure out how to attach the white and blue/black wires. I found the wires in the ceiling fan labeled "for light kit." The ends of the wires on my fan have these plastic caps on them that don't come off but the light fixture has just bare wires.
Fan - Handyman WIRE - Handyman USA
WEBAug 16, 2024 · Joined: Sep 2002. Posts: 10,506. Likes: 3. Welland Ont. Canada. The wiring in the switch box is messed up. If you can tell us about the wires we can help you correct it. Re: Fan. eddie2004 # 1033101 08/16/24 07:40 PM.
Question about installing ceiling fans for others
WEBI would like to know about the legality of installing ceiling fans for others as a handyman if I am not an electrician. Your opinions please. Seems to me if the box in the ceiling is proper then it should be something I can do for others. If the box needs changing then it would make sense for them to call an electrician instead. Thanks
Can i cut a hole in attached garage ceiling - Handyman USA
WEBAug 15, 2024 · However, by installing one or more ceiling or sidewall exhaust fans it will help keep the temperature within reason. Exhaust fans that are placed high on the wall or ceiling, as well as directly opposite the main garage door offer the most effectiveness.
Conduit between fans - Handyman WIRE - Handyman USA
WEBThere's a conduit running between the two fans. So I got a ladder out to inspect the connection between the two fans and was annoyed to find 1) It looks like an extension cord was used to connect the two fans and 2) there's no cutout or box above the fan, so it's tight quarters to wire a new one.
Removing bathroom shower fan/light combo - Handyman WIRE
WEBMay 25, 2024 · Thanks, Dora. That video was really helpful and cinched the deal. I'm sourcing this out. The vent pipe in the ceiling is fixed, not flexible. I'm fine with a larger hole and larger new new unit, but looking at how it is all oriented, it is going to be a bear to get a new one in even if I get the old one out without needing a tetanus booster.
Open ground three wire outlets - Handyman USA
WEBJul 4, 2024 · Hello all! Yes, new to the forum. Washington state home has spare bedroom with 6 three wire outlets. Ground wires are connected to all 6, panel appears to have the ground wires attached, yet I'm showing open ground on all outlets, as checked with a 3 light outlet tester. A re-wiring looks ...