Ceiling Fan Installation Cost
What does ceiling fan installation cost in the DMV? Real pricing for new fans, replacement fans, and no-existing-wiring installs.
Ceiling fan installation ranges $180–$350 for a straight swap over existing fan-rated boxes, $350–$650 when a fan-rated box has to be installed on an existing switched circuit, and $600–$1,200 when new wiring must be pulled to a room with no existing overhead fixture. Prices include the labor, box replacement, and haul-away — you supply or we supply the fan.
Key details
- Straight swap over existing fan box: $180–$350
- Fixture-to-fan with new fan-rated box: $350–$650
- New wiring to a room with no existing fixture: $600–$1,200
- Remote / smart / dimmer add-ons: $60–$180
- Bedroom multi-fan installs discounted per fan
- All installs use fan-rated saddle boxes to code
Why the price range is real
A swap on an existing fan-rated box is a 45-minute job. Adding a fan-rated box to a light-fixture location requires cutting the ceiling, adding a saddle box, and often fishing an extra wire for pull-chain elimination. New wiring means running a homerun back to the panel or nearest switched box, which pushes labor up.
What we include
Fan-rated saddle box if needed, mounting hardware, fan and light assembly, remote pairing where applicable, cleanup, and haul-away of the old fixture. Smart / wall-controlled setups include the wall switch or hub.
When to spend more on the fan itself
DC-motor fans use 60-75% less power, run quieter, and last longer than AC-motor models. For a primary bedroom or great-room fan, the upgrade is worth the extra cost.
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