Ceiling Fan Installation in New Orleans, LA – Living Room Fan Upgrade by MK Electric Man

Another successful project completed by MK Electric Man - Electrician, your trusted local provider of residential and commercial electrical services in New Orleans, LA. Our most recent service call brought us to a beautiful single-family home in New Orleans, where the homeowner wanted to install a new ceiling fan in the living room to improve air circulation and add a decorative touch to their space.

🛠️ 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐑𝐞𝐪𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐭: 𝐋𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐑𝐨𝐨𝐦 𝐅𝐚𝐧 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐃𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐬

The homeowner had already purchased a modern, stylish ceiling fan with a light kit and requested a professional installation. They also wanted dual wall switches—one to control the light and the other to control the fan speed. This type of setup is not only convenient but also adds flexibility for adjusting the comfort level in the room without relying on pull chains.

At MK Electric Man, we specialize in this kind of precise work. From ensuring safety and code compliance to providing a clean, professional finish, we take care of every detail.

🔎 𝐏𝐫𝐞-𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐄𝐥𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧

Before starting the installation, we always begin with a full pre-installation inspection. We checked the existing ceiling box in the living room to determine if it was rated to hold the weight and vibration of a ceiling fan. In this case, the existing box was not fan-rated, which is common in many homes.

We explained to the homeowner that a standard electrical box can pose a safety hazard when used with a ceiling fan due to its weight and movement. The customer agreed to have us replace it with a UL-listed, fan-rated ceiling fan box to ensure the fixture would be securely supported.

🧰 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬: 𝐅𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐑𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡-𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐨 𝐅𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐬𝐡

We began by turning off power at the main breaker panel to ensure a safe work environment. Next, we removed the old ceiling box and installed a fan-rated box that could support both the weight and movement of the ceiling fan. The new box was firmly mounted to a ceiling joist using appropriate fasteners to ensure long-term durability.

After securely mounting the box, we began running new wiring to accommodate the dual-switch control. The homeowner wanted two wall switches—one for the light function and one for the fan speed. We cut in a new switch box on the wall, pulled the necessary wires, and installed the appropriate switches:

- **Dimmer Light Switch**:

- Allows for adjustable light intensity for the fan's illumination.

- Enhances ambiance by providing customizable lighting options.

- **Fan Speed Control Switch**:

- Facilitates easy adjustment of fan speed settings.

- Offers convenience for optimizing airflow and comfort levels.

Once the wiring was in place and verified for safety, we proceeded to mount the ceiling fan. We carefully assembled the fan, connected the wiring according to the manufacturer’s specs, and secured it to the ceiling box. We balanced the fan blades for quiet, wobble-free operation.

✅ 𝐓𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐅𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐖𝐚𝐥𝐤𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡

After the installation was complete, we turned the power back on and thoroughly tested the system. The fan motor ran smoothly, all speed settings worked perfectly, and the light dimmer responded correctly. Most importantly, everything was code-compliant, safe, and cleanly installed.

We walked the customer through the operation of the dual switches, explained how to maintain the fan, and answered any questions they had. They were thrilled with how much more functional and stylish their living room felt after the upgrade.

📦 𝐌𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐥𝐬 𝐔𝐬𝐞𝐝

- UL-listed fan-rated ceiling box

- Fan speed control switch

- Dimmer light switch

- Mounting brackets, fasteners, and electrical wiring

💵 Budget: $195.00

This job was completed at a very reasonable budget of $195.00, which included labor and materials. As always, we strive to deliver high-quality electrical services at a fair price for our customers across New Orleans and surrounding areas.

👨‍🔧 𝐍𝐞𝐞𝐝 𝐚 𝐂𝐞𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐅𝐚𝐧 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐝 𝐢𝐧 𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐎𝐫𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐧𝐬, 𝐋𝐀?

If you're looking for a professional and experienced electrician in New Orleans for ceiling fan installations, lighting upgrades, or any residential/commercial electrical repair, call MK Electric Man today. We offer reliable service, clean work, and customer-first solutions.

📞 Contact us now and let us bring comfort and style to your home—one wire at a time!

Service provided: Electrical Installation

Budget: 195.00