Ceiling Fan Installation and Replacement
Red Electricians installs the fan you bought, swaps a light for a fan and replaces an old one, after checking the ceiling box and wiring. Ceiling fan installation starts from $79 (starting price; your cost may differ).
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Emergency service
About 5 min
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In every city we serve
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Tell us whether you bought the fan, what kind of ceiling it is and send a photo of the ceiling box if you can. Then call, or send the form.
- A form request gets a callback in about 5 minutes
- Same-day service is possible in many cases
- We offer 24/7 emergency service
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Overview
Ceiling fan installation: what it involves and when you need a pro
Ceiling fan installation can mean hanging a fan you already bought, replacing a light with a fan or swapping an old fan for a new one. The part that needs an electrician is what is above the ceiling: the box, the support and the wiring. Installation starts from $79. Call (213) 322-0128 or send the form. See our electrical services overview for everything else we do.
A fan moves and pulls on its support, so a box that held a light is not automatically strong enough. That is the first thing we check.
What we do
Fan installs we handle, from swaps to sloped ceilings
Every price in this section: starting price; your cost may differ.
Fan you already bought
We install the fan you supply. Tell us if it is assembled and what is in the box.
A fan where a light was
A fan replaces a light fixture. For fixtures only, see our lighting installation page.
Replacing an old fan
The old fan comes down and the new one goes up on a checked support.
Remote or wall control
A remote or wall control fitted to suit the fan.
Sloped or high ceilings
An angle adapter and the right downrod, chosen for the room.
Covered patio fans
A fan rated for its exposure, with controls placed to suit.
Box and brace support
A fan-rated box or brace where the old support is not enough.
Pricing
What ceiling fan installation costs and what changes it
How much does ceiling fan installation cost? It starts from $79. The price depends on what is above the ceiling and how the fan is controlled.
We give the price on the phone before booking. If you have a photo of the ceiling box or the support label, send it, because it helps us price the job.
Every price in this section: starting price; your cost may differ.
| Service | Starting price | What changes the final price | Estimate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ceiling fan installation | From $79 | An existing box or a new support, any new wiring or switch, ceiling height or slope, an outdoor location, fan weight and a remote kit | Quoted on the call |
Decision guide
Does your ceiling box, wiring and ceiling shape allow a fan?
| Situation | What the technician checks | Extra work that may apply | Effect on price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ready to hang | A fan-rated box or brace is already there and the wiring is sound | None | The starting price may apply |
| Needs a new box or support | Whether the existing box is rated for a moving fan | A listed fan-support assembly | May add to the price |
| Needs new wiring or a switch | Power at the ceiling, ground and wall-switch wiring | New wiring or a new switch | May add to the price |
| Sloped ceiling or outdoor | The slope, the clearance and the fan’s rating | An angle adapter, a downrod or a rated fan | May add to the price |
If a fan or light flickers or does not work, that is a repair question. See lighting repair. If you only need a new outlet or switch for the fan, see outlet installation. If the home is old and you want the wiring looked at, read about electrical inspection.
The visit
How the visit goes: box check, mounting and a full-speed test
- Call us, or send the form. A form request gets a callback in about 5 minutes.
- Tell us if you have bought the fan, what the ceiling is like and whether it replaces a light. A photo of the ceiling box helps.
- We agree a time. Same-day service is possible in many cases, and if not, it is usually the next day or within a few days. We do not promise a time before we hear about the job.
- The electrician checks the box, the ground and the wiring.
- The fan is assembled and mounted, with any support it needs.
- We run the fan at every speed, check for movement and clean up.
Field notes
Field notes: a pendant box, a sloped ceiling and a patio fan
A bedroom had a decorative box that had held a pendant light, and the owner wanted a fan there. The box had no fan-support marking. Inspection showed it was attached to a light-duty bracket that was not rated for a moving fan. We fitted a listed fan-support assembly and mounted the fan to its specified hardware, then ran it at every speed with no unusual movement. The relevant reference is NFPA 70 (NEC), 314.27 and 422.
A ceiling box that holds a pendant is not automatically suitable for a moving fan.
Our electrician
Our electrician’s advice: send a photograph of the existing ceiling support label when you ask for a fan installation.
A sloped-ceiling room
A room with a sloped ceiling needed a fan with an approved angle adapter and the right downrod. We checked the room’s dimensions and the beams before choosing the hardware, then ran the fan at every speed and went over the clearances with the owner.
A fan for a covered patio
A covered patio is still exposed to the weather, so we did not assume an indoor fan would do. We picked a fan with a suitable rating, checked its support and fitted compatible controls.
Availability
Ceiling fan installation near me: coverage and booking
We install ceiling fans across our service area. See areas we serve. We have Google profiles for Palm Springs, Yorba Linda, Sherman Oaks, Montecito, Pasadena and Topanga. In other cities we serve as a service area with no local office. The call center answers 24/7, and emergency service runs 24/7.
Customer feedback
Customer feedback on fan and lighting work
We have no review that is only about a ceiling fan, and we will not stretch one to fit. Customers rate our Sherman Oaks profile 4.9 from 52 Google reviews (checked Oct 8, 2026). That is the rating for one location, not an average for all of ours. Read what our customers say.
Common questions
Questions customers ask before booking a fan installation
Do you install a fan I already bought?
Yes. Tell us whether it is assembled and what hardware came with it.
How much does ceiling fan installation cost?
It starts from $79. That is a starting price and your cost may differ. We give the price on the call before booking.
Do I need an electrician to install a ceiling fan?
If the box is not fan-rated, or the wiring or switch has to change, yes. A fan moves, and the support matters. If in doubt, send us a photo of the ceiling box.
Can you add a fan where there is only a light?
Yes, as long as the box and wiring allow it. We check them first and tell you what extra work is needed.
Can you put a fan on a covered patio?
Yes. We use a fan rated for its exposure and place the controls to suit.
Do I need a new ceiling box?
Often, if the old one only held a light. We check for a fan-rated box or brace.
Can you come today?
Same day in many cases. Otherwise the next day or within a few days.
Do you offer a warranty?
Red Electricians offers a standard warranty on its work. Ask your technician for the details when you call.
Book your ceiling fan installation
Tell us whether you bought the fan, what kind of ceiling it is and send a photo of the ceiling box if you can. Then call, or send the form.