Ceiling Fan Installation

Stay cool and reduce energy costs with a professionally installed ceiling fan. New installations, replacements, and upgrades — we handle the wiring, mounting, and setup.

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Ceiling Fans — The Smart Cooling Solution

A ceiling fan costs about 2 cents per hour to run compared to 50+ cents for air conditioning. In Sydney's mild climate, a quality ceiling fan handles comfortable cooling for 8-9 months of the year, and in winter, reverse mode pushes warm air down from the ceiling to reduce heating costs.

Randwick Electrical installs ceiling fans across Sydney's Eastern Suburbs — from basic replacements to new installations where no fan previously existed. We handle the structural mounting, electrical connection, and if you're replacing a light fitting with a fan, we'll ensure the junction box can support the weight and vibration.

Our Ceiling Fan Services

  • New fan installations — including ceiling reinforcement, junction box upgrades, and wiring for fan + light combos with separate switching
  • Fan replacements — removing old fans and installing new ones. We'll check the existing wiring and mounting bracket condition
  • Remote control and smart upgrades — adding wireless remote controls or smart home integration (Alexa, Google Home) to existing fans
  • Fan + light combinations — wiring for independent fan speed and light control. Wall controllers, pull chains, or remote — your choice
  • Commercial fan installation — large commercial and industrial fans for warehouses, restaurants, gyms, and retail spaces

Choosing the Right Fan Size

  • Small rooms (up to 10m²): 900–1050mm blade span
  • Medium rooms (10–20m²): 1200–1320mm blade span
  • Large rooms (20–35m²): 1400–1520mm blade span
  • Very large rooms (35m²+): multiple fans or commercial 1800mm+ models

We recommend a minimum 2.4m ceiling clearance for standard fans, or flush-mount/hugger fans for lower ceilings. Fan blades should sit at least 2.1m above the floor.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I install a ceiling fan where there's currently just a light?
Usually yes. We'll need to check that the ceiling junction box can support the fan's weight (typically 8-15kg) and vibration. In most cases we upgrade the mounting to a fan-rated bracket secured to a ceiling joist.
How much does ceiling fan installation cost?
Installation of a customer-supplied fan typically costs $150–$300 depending on ceiling height and whether the existing wiring supports a fan. New installations where no wiring exists start from $300. We can also supply fans from our recommended brands.
Can I have both a fan and a light controlled separately?
Yes. We wire fan and light to separate switches, a wall-mounted fan controller, or a remote control unit. This gives you independent control over fan speed and light brightness.
Do ceiling fans work in winter?
Yes — most fans have a reverse mode that slowly pushes warm air trapped at ceiling level back down into the room. This can reduce heating costs by 10-15% by improving heat distribution, especially in rooms with high ceilings.

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