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Ceiling fan installation: what affects the cost, and common questions

The price of fitting a ceiling fan depends on the house and the fan, which is why P4 quotes every job and doesn't publish a price. This guide explains what moves the cost, who can do the work and the questions we hear most.

Hours
Monday to Friday, 7am to 5pm
Area
Logan, Ipswich and the Southside of Brisbane
Licence
Electrical contractor 88710

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What affects the cost

  • Replacing or new. Swapping a fan or light fitting that is already wired is quicker than adding a fan where there is no wiring.
  • Wiring. If there is no suitable wiring or circuit at the spot, new cabling is part of the job.
  • Ceiling and roof access. A flat ceiling with an easy roof space is quicker. A high, sloped or cathedral ceiling, or a concrete slab, takes longer.
  • The fan. Heavier fans need a secure fixing. A fan with a light, a remote or a wall control adds to the job.
  • Number of fans. More fans means more work, and the quote reflects it.
  • Anything found on the day. If the existing wiring or fixing isn't safe, that gets quoted separately.

What to have ready for a quote

  • A photo of the ceiling where the fan will go, and the existing light or fan
  • The ceiling height and type
  • The fan make and model, if you have bought one
  • How many fans, and whether any are new positions

Getting it quoted

Send those details through the quote form or call. See lighting and power upgrades for the service. If your fan already clicks, see why is my ceiling fan clicking.

Call Jamie

Monday to Friday, 7am to 5pm. Logan, Ipswich and the Southside of Brisbane. Or email [email protected].

This guide is general information for Queensland homes, checked against the official sources linked in it. It is not advice about your property. Electrical work in Queensland must be done by a licensed electrician.