Fan Installation

Expert Fan Installation Services

Metropolitan Electrical Contractors specialises in the installation and service of indoor and outdoor fans for the home. Whether you need a new ceiling fan installed in the living room, a bathroom or kitchen exhaust fan, or want to replace an existing fan in your undercover entertaining area, our tradespeople always take their time to get it right. We provide expert knowledge and skills on all things ceiling fans and operate 24/7 across most metropolitan Australian cities.

That’s right, any time, any day, we can be at your door within the hour*, and with no extra charges for after-hours attendance.

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For improved comfort in the rooms where you most need it, contact the qualified electrician team at Metropolitan Electrical Contractors for a new ceiling fan installation.

Need A Ceiling Fan Installed? Call A Qualified Electrician

Whether you plan on replacing an existing ceiling fan or require a brand new installation, either is a job you will need a licensed electrician to complete. Ceiling fan installation means working with electricity; it involves working with existing wiring and electrical cabling. Under Australian law, only a licensed electrical contractor with the required training and knowledge of electrical compliance is able to meet your ceiling fan replacement or installation request.

Metropolitan Electrical Contractors can assist with all your exhaust and ceiling fan installation needs. We can determine the most suitable installation site or mounting point, connect any existing and compliant wiring to the wall switch and even install additional wiring if needed to ensure a smooth installation process.

For a safe and compliant ceiling fan installation, always call Metropolitan Electrical Contractors.

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What is the Best Fan to Buy?

At Metropolitan Electrical Contractors we supply, repair, service, replace and install all makes and models of ceiling fans. It doesn’t matter what style or type of fan you want, our team of local electricians has you covered. We complete thousands of ceiling fan installation jobs every year and with more than 25 years of experience, Metropolitan is the name you can trust.

Our electricians also have the expertise to assess all your electrical issues and provide long-term solutions. They complete ongoing training to ensure they are always up to date with the latest fault-finding techniques.

Why Choose Metropolitan Electrical Contractors?

We are also very proud to work in line with our very own Quality Assurance Guarantee. This is in place to ensure we always operate with customer satisfaction as our top priority. When you choose Metropolitan for fan service or installation, you’ll benefit from:

24-hour, 7 days a week service
Whenever possible, we can have a technician at your door within an hour* of your call
All our technicians are certified and have ongoing training to keep up to date with best practice
We have GPS tracking on our vans, so you know how far away your technician is
The comfort of having $20 million Public Liability Insurance
Interest-free** payment options
12-month comprehensive warranty on all jobs
Upfront fixed-price quotes
We charge by the job, not by the hour

Interest-Free** Fan Installation Service

Electrical emergencies never happen at a convenient time, particularly when it comes to the household budget. That’s why we offer interest-free** payment plans to eligible customers.

Just choose a payment plan with one of our providers – Zip or Humm. You have the flexibility of weekly, fortnightly or monthly instalments. Some plans even accept a $0 deposit, so you pay nothing upfront.

Your electrician can take you through the easy application process on-site and approval usually takes only a few minutes. We also accept payment by cash, cheque and credit card (Visa, Mastercard or American Express).

Contact our friendly customer service team today to find out more or to book one of our expert electricians.

FAQs – All you Need to Know about Fans

Metropolitan Electrical Contractors answer some questions about fans – ceiling and exhaust fans.

How does a ceiling exhaust fan work?

Exhaust fans are perfect for removing smoke in the kitchen, steam in the bathroom, plus the hot and humid air both environments can create. Removing this air allows fresh new air to enter the room instead. The warm air that is removed is sucked through a ducting system and sent outside where it can dissipate.

Ceiling exhaust fans are especially important as they remove excess moisture which would otherwise lead to mould and bacteria growth.

Fans that move two cubic metres of air per second are sufficient for ventilation purposes. But if you need a heavy-duty fan you may need to purchase something bigger.

How do you clean a ceiling exhaust fan?

It’s best practice to clean your exhaust fan at least once every six months. Regular cleaning ensures it remains in good working order and can most effectively ventilate the room.

Before you clean your fan, turn it off at the circuit breaker. Firstly, remove the vent cover, clean it with soapy water and leave it to air dry. Next, vacuum off the dust on the exhaust fan – keep a light touch so you don’t break anything!

Your fan will probably still be dirty after vacuuming. Use a damp cloth to clean off any remaining grime. You could even take apart the fan to get into all the components. Finally, with everything clean, reassemble the fan and turn it back on!

How much electricity does a ceiling fan use?

A ceiling fan can use anywhere between 4.5W to 45W of electricity, dependent on fan speed and other factors. With this in mind, the cost to run a fan is approximately $0.13 to $1.29 per hour. Again, the cost can depend on a variety of factors such as your electricity provider, and the plan you’re on.

Why is my fan so loud?

There are several reasons why your fan might be making an uncharacteristically loud noise. The type of sound your fan is making can determine the problem.

The most common noise is a humming sound, often caused by dimmer controls. Dimmer controls weren’t intended to be used to control fan speeds, so the imperfect design can make a humming noise.

A bad receiver could also be the cause for humming. If you have a remote control for your fan, then the connection between that and the fan could cause the awful sound. Replace with proper fan speed controls or a new receiver immediately.

If it’s a rattling sound you’re hearing then it’s most likely due to loose screws. Loose screws that connect ceiling fan blades to the motor can cause serious damage to your home, possibly even injury, if not sufficiently tightened.

When a fan is mounted directly onto the ceiling joist, (beams that provide support to your home), the above noises may be amplified. Your directly mounted fan should include hangers to help to avoid the loud noise.

For any sort of loud noise your fan is making while it’s in motion, it’s important to contact a qualified electrician to find the source of the problem.