Ceiling Fan Installation for Renters and first-time Homeowners

[@handydadtv]

SEE WHERE THIS FAN WENT AFTER JULIE MOVED OUT! kzbin.info/www/bejne/eXe1hYyZis5_gs0

[@geguo2035]

My ceiling fan came with a safety cable, not sure where to attach it above the ceiling in my apartment... but in the video, the fan doesn’t even have a safety cable... interesting...

[@aleckorozco758]

Im 14, i lost my dad last year, thank you so much for the help, im installing my new fan right now

[@handydadtv]

So sorry to hear that, but I’m proud of you for learning to be self-sufficient!

[@ryanthepianoman27]

Your young

[@TonyTooTuff]

My condolences on losing your dad. I’m sure your dad would be very proud of you.

[@iselaperez2882]

You got this Aleck!!! 💙

[@ladylotusinc]

Single mom here that does it all but has had my ceiling fan in its original box for about 5 month's since moving in and renovating our new home. I've done it all...demo, drywall, carpet , tile but was terrified to install the fan. I'm getting my tools together right now to put this baby in NOW! Thank you so much for sharing and in such a detailed way. New subscriber 💜 from NC

[@handydadtv]

You are awesome, Mom!!! 🙌🏻

[@sevensaturn5442]

How did it go? Were you able to do it?

[@sevensaturn5442]

@@handydadtv can I turn off the breaker then install?

[@handydadtv]

Absolutely! Power needs to be off before replacing any electrical fixtures.

[@clcampbell85]

Neo Royal no leave all the power on and put the wires in your mouth and bite down to test them

[@SlumCrumb]

You're the closest thing I've ever had for a dad. Thank you sir!

[@handydadtv]

Thanks! Would you believe, she just left that apartment and I took the fan down exactly as I showed?

[@JChannel_]

@@handydadtv😂😂

[@JChannel_]

I'm sorry. Everyone deserves a father.

[@jessicacotton1833]

This is sad but funny all at once

[@nixworld767]

I know how you feel. I only have a step-ladder. I never knew my real ladder.

[@yanirav9814]

I’ve been waiting for someone to help me install a new ceiling fan. Thank you. I’m doing it my self.

[@handydadtv]

You got this!

[@iankalani3711]

I haven’t even seen the rest of your videos and I’m already excited to learn. Your voice is so calming and nurturing. You make it doable for DIY ppl like me. Thank you so much. You’re heaven sent.

[@handydadtv]

Wow thanks so much. 😊

[@aflowers1039]

Julie is blessed and highly favored to have you for her dad. Great for doing your videos. Extremely helpful.

[@handydadtv]

😊❤️👍🏻

[@stompyowl]

My dad is in a different country and I wasn’t sure I could do this by myself- you made sure I could! Thank you!

[@handydadtv]

Good job! You’re dad should be proud. 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@bonnbreezy09]

This is by far the best how to video for this project. Thank you,

[@LessThanHandy]

Hi Chris, just wanted to let you know that, thanks to this video, I installed a ceiling fan in our home yesterday. Having 0% confidence working with electricity (I have tried on occasion and have tripped circuit breakers), it was your detailed instructions that got me through. My wife and I thank you.

[@handydadtv]

Glad it was helpful and no breakers were tripped!

[@coffeebeardtv]

You are a great dad I’m sure Julie is proud.

[@handydadtv]

Thanks! You should see what we're doing to her house: kzbin.info/aero/PL6BBUHEzp51bPZp-jNxgVB4HQeonNW04r

[@ann-louisep7573]

After watching this video I was able to replace a ceiling fan on my own. I never could have done it without this video. Thank you!

[@handydadtv]

Thanks 😊 I’m glad it was helpful.

[@BillyK40]

Just became a home owner last August. Replacing all the ceiling fans in the house so this is really helpful... Thanks!

[@handydadtv]

That’s ambitious! After you do the first, you’ll be an expert.

[@RBNobody]

First time watcher , forever a subscriber . “Handy Dad” love it

[@xDrFe3lgo0dx]

I was so threatened to install a ceiling fan in my new build till I watched this. This was a fantastic tutorial!!!

[@Nonplused]

I think the main fear people have is that they wonder how they will do the wiring while holding up the fan. Once you understand how the ball hanger works it is really no harder than hanging any other light.

[@xDrFe3lgo0dx]

@@Nonplused yea ended up being easier than I thought. But the hanger definitely helped 👍

[@smithsteph86]

New homeowners and this saved us. Don't have anyone to help teach us this stuff so this has been a huge help. Following this page for help. Thank you!!!

[@handydadtv]

That’s why I’m here! Congratulations!!! 🎉🍾

[@yinonpiam]

I bought a ceiling fan, and the instructions in the booklet were terrible, with spelling errors, bad Google translation to Chinglish, I could not really understand anything. Thanks to your video I could hang it step by step and was able to install the fan-lamp. Thank you so much for filming this video! Hugs from Jerusalem

[@handydadtv]

So glad it was helpful.

[@nuccigurl]

Daddy u are an awesome father I could tell from the start but u didnt do the video like you were teaching it to your daughter , more like i dad doing it so for me it was a bit faster than i needed. You were on point but i know it's going to t take multiple watchings to get it... stay tuned I'm trusting u. Gonna try it tomorrow.. I lost my dad so you are it for me..so thumbs up

[@handydadtv]

You got this! Let me know if you have any questions.

[@NikiNicholle]

Dear Sir, you are the easiest person to listen to; you have such a calm and relaxed voice! I love it! I actually wish your video was longer! Subscribing now!

[@handydadtv]

Thanks for subscribing! Welcome to the family!

[@hunkosaurusrex]

This video is great. I want to install a fan in my mom's house but fear of burning it to the ground from my inexperience. So seeing your videos will give me at least some courage to see if the boxes are even made for it. Appreciate your help in this. All the best! Love NJ!

[@PowPow1913]

I wish my dad taught me how to do things like this. I worked at Disney too! My favorite job ever. Guess I’ll subscribe!

[@handydadtv]

Yay! Welcome to the family!

[@bigwilito]

HandyDadTV Great video! I just purchased a house myself and they wanted roughly $400 per ceiling fan and the they did not look like they were worth it. But I did have them build it where it was ready for the fans. Now I don't have to pay someone to install them. Appreciate the DIY!

[@handydadtv]

Awesome! Thanks for the comment.

[@Hectheprotector]

You are freaking awesome my amigo. With your video I was able to install the fans in my kids room. Happy kids now. Thank you so much.

[@handydadtv]

Glad it was helpful 👍🏻

[@shessobusiness8980]

Hi Dad! Thank you for thinking of those of us who don't know this type of stuff.

[@CAAMx]

Nice video. Its simple and clear. 👍🏻 makes it easy for the younger generations to learn new things.

[@rafaelresendisalva9681]

I need a dad like this 🙌🏼😊

[@Godcreatedmj1]

Great video Handy Dad but as a woman I’m still a little timid about trying it myself right now❤️ Thanks for sharing very helpful info

[@handydadtv]

You are more than capable to do this yourself. But I respect your decision to hire someone.

[@shaunhunter01]

Thank you, Mr. Chris. I am about to embark on this journey at my home. I will be installing 5 fans. I greatly enjoyed this tutorial. Very informative.

[@handydadtv]

By the time you’re done, you’ll be an expert! 💪🏻

[@alexman8800]

You have a nice smile, sir, thank you.

[@billydanzz]

I'm sure the landlord will have no problem with your daughter leaving that 'upgrade' installed ....They can now charge an extra $10 bucks a month for that unit!...lol. Great video, I feel confident enough now to replace our bedroom fan with a unit that has more horsepower.

[@liddlegirl19]

Thanks "Dad!" Just the advice needed for me to become Handy Mom and get a ceiling fan installed in my boys room!!

[@handydadtv]

You go Mom!! 😊🙌🏻💯

[@PepsiManX360]

I’m doing this! Now I’m confident about doing this.

[@handydadtv]

You got this!

[@robertbauters]

Very helpful video! I ended up installing a very similar model and this was perfect.

[@lawrencepowers5601]

First video I've seen from Handydad and it was a huge help. Definitely recommend subscribing.

[@handydadtv]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@audiovissual]

Much more helpful than the factory instructions. Thank you for making this video

[@handydadtv]

Glad it was helpful!

[@blackbeardsteeljosephleeby1581]

Great ceiling fan installation, Definitely in the top two(2) best that I have seen.

[@handydadtv]

Thanks 🙏🏻

[@blackbeardsteeljosephleeby1581]

@@handydadtv You are a good Man.

[@aidaalvarado3617]

This is what I needed to learn how to put my ceiling fan up,thank you😊

[@handydadtv]

Glad it was helpful 👍🏻

[@AYG28]

I'm Josh and Julie's friend. I work electrical around Disney. Great video pops!

[@handydadtv]

+AYG28 Wow, an electrician who works for Mickey! I’m jealous.

[@eatatmoes646]

So helpful, especially the electrical portion. Thanks for the video!

[@handydadtv]

My pleasure 👍🏻

[@rickeykelly5212]

LOVE THE NAME ...AND CAUSE....The bond between children and parents are unbreakable anyone who can hurt their child is demonic...

[@PiPArtemis]

In my experience living in FL the past 10 years your house/apartment will come with a light or a fan in each room, never a 2n1. You'll also usually have at least 1 outlet per room connected to the light switch which to this day annoys the shit out of me

[@anthonywhite4916]

First timer! Thanks Handy Dad. This helped so mucj

[@handydadtv]

Welcome to the fam!

[@ButterBaby2u]

This is a great video...simple instructions and a great help!

[@Focused-ni9qh]

You’re a good dad for doing that

[@handydadtv]

Thanks 😊

[@thomasboroughs201]

Very good stuff Handy Dad!

[@handydadtv]

Thanks so much 😊

[@apdj94]

This is awesome! Thanks, virtual dad in the cloud!

[@handydadtv]

My pleasure 😊

[@justsomeguywithamask2784]

Clear instructions I give it a 10/10 thank you.

[@justacrochetmum7536]

My question is how do I install the fan (has light on the fan) so I can control them separately? Do I need install more wiring or do I just install new switch? Please please help xx

[@handydadtv]

Your fan should have two pull switches on it. One controls the fan; the other controls the light. Ceiling fans are ideally suited to have power to them all the time. Wall switches are completely optional.

[@justacrochetmum7536]

HandyDadTV sorry I’m in australia and no pull switches on my fan.

[@handydadtv]

Oh wow. Then I’m not sure.

[@phittable]

Wow!!! You made it look like it was a piece of cake to install. Definitely subscribing! My new home will be built Feb 2021 so I’m having all rooms pre wired for ceiling fans. So I’m gonna do my best to install them my self just to save a lot of money.

[@handydadtv]

That is SO SMART to have the builder wire all the rooms for fans, even if they are upgrades. I just moved and I’m fortunate that all the bedrooms were wired for ceiling fans. Unfortunately, the great room and loft weren’t, so I need to add them eventually.

[@GeneRoutine]

Also first time watcher, you’re saving my life pre-child!

[@luisdossantos6553]

After being quoted 300 dollars to install one, I decided to do this myself and it was easy peazy

[@handydadtv]

👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 Good job!

[@AlanKeno]

Outstanding! That could not have been more clearly presented. The narration is good too. Question. Do you know what the up and down switch on the fan, above the blades does?

[@handydadtv]

Reverses the direction. Circulate air down in summer and up in winter.

[@handydadtv]

And thanks! 😊

[@damenstravels9810]

Wow so funny! I moved from NJ to Florida to work for the mouse (kind of....) and I have to install ceiling fans in my new apartment!

[@handydadtv]

Maybe you’ll meet a mate, move back and buy a house! Watch the new series, The Living Flip, on my channel.

[@Nonplused]

My son's bedroom appeared to have a ceiling fan mount because it was wired with a light switch and then also a 3 speed wall mounted speed controller. So I took down the rather industrial florescent light and sure enough 3 wires coming in, white, black and red with the red connected to the florescent light and the black just capped. The box also appeared to be mounted by 4 metal screws heading up, and a check with a stud finder showed the box was not attached to a stud so it must have a metal fan support. But then Doh! The mounting bolts did not fit the holes on this 25 year old box! So I found some that did, found a washer that could bridge the smaller bolts to the mounting bracket, and voilà! But being a somewhat nervous guy I also put in a lag hook to one of the joists and hung the safety cable. So far so good. Wiring red to blue, black to black, and white to white resulted in the wall controls performing as expected. Since most new fans do not have a cable for reverse but instead just a little switch on the side nobody ever uses, it works great. I suppose I could have got a new box and attempted to attach it to the brace, but I bet the hole pattern and bolts are all different for that too, so I just chanced using the bolts that fit even though they were smaller. They must have supported a fan at some point, or were at least intended to. And the fan I got was a "small room" size so it isn't super heavy. Pro tip: Some fans, including the one I put in, have an "access hole" inside the switch casing for mounting the fan blades. The bolts for the packing rubbers and fan blades cannot be accessed any other way.

[@handydadtv]

Thanks for the tips!

[@philipwong5482]

Great video! Just curious how would I determine the ceiling box is rated for a fan?

[@kentonfielding7730]

Quick and to the point. Good advice. Thanks for the video!

[@handydadtv]

Glad it was helpful!

[@WickedCrispy]

Most apartments I've rented over the years come with nothing on the ceilings, and the wall switches are usually hooked up to the worst electrical outlet in the room's top outlet, so the renter can plug in a floor / desk lamp. Just less stuff a bad renter can break or steal, I guess.

[@handydadtv]

True

[@jeremypeterson4768]

So satisfying you made that look so easy

[@handydadtv]

Do it once and it will be easy for the rest of your life. They’re really all the same.

[@RiotStarter27]

Great video sir. I also work for the mouse but here in California. I hope if your daughter is still a CM she wasnt effected by the lay offs. Anyways thanks for the great content.

[@drewsquickfix]

Good video but you forget to mention that a proper bracket must be verified or the ceiling fan can just fall down. Amatuer installers please watch videos on installing ceiling fan brackets

[@handydadtv]

You don’t have much choice in an apartment where the box is already there.

[@LOS-ry1ly]

Mine is loose looks like it wants to fall how do I fix that?

[@jordanwhite9458]

They make post construction brackets... If the fan is light enough it would be fine. But if you turn the fan up it's going to wobble then probably fall.

[@Silly-Little-Mama]

Thank you! I was freaking out about that issue when watching this. Very bad idea to not install that part.

[@MPERIALENTERTAINMENTD]

Thank you for the note about the support bracket! This video was helpful in getting me started and it looks like I will need additional support for my new fan, as my box is a blue nail on box.

[@joshiewashe9486]

Had an ugly children’s fan in my room, just got a nice modern one, helped a lot!

[@handydadtv]

Thanks

[@jtjohnny1021]

How'd you know the ceiling box was one that's able to support a fan and not just a light fixture

[@handydadtv]

Technically, I didn't. But if it was meant only for a light fixture, the apartment would have come with a light fixture installed. Having no fixture there was justification, in my mind, that the box was intended for a ceiling fan. Plus it was common knowledge that other renters did the same thing.

[@christinaheuer7169]

Holy crap that was easy!! Great video

[@antoniostark5511]

You had me at " Your Virtual Dad In The Cloud.. " 😂😂😂😂

[@RedXian7]

Thanks! I'm about to replace my broken ceiling fan now (it hanged too low and i broke off the blades changing my shirt in the morning #TallPeopleProblems. Got a flush mount for the replacement and now with this video I feel confident I can do this!

[@handydadtv]

Ouch! I hope the flush mount helps! Thanks for the comment.

[@lordw9609]

Great video thanks! Especially enjoyed the video editing in reverse when you put everything back together lol, looked seamless!

[@handydadtv]

Darn, you caught that trick huh? 😊👍🏻💯

[@RGVSeven]

Awesome video.. just curious. Did that junction box already have a ceiling fan support box. With it.

[@handydadtv]

Judging from my own video about ceiling boxes (kzbin.info/www/bejne/f5qcZGt_lLV3e80), I’d say that box wasn’t meant for a ceiling fan, but it held. Thankfully.

[@Tnlopez74]

Hello, I just watch this... its great and you are fast at doing it.. question, how can it be done when there is wires or a whole to mount it and no attic...???

[@handydadtv]

Look for a different video. You can add a box fairly easily, but running the wire will be more of a challenge. Might be better off calling an electrician.

[@melissaball2773]

Generally adding or upgrading your own lighting isn't a problem. I have had some rentals that "request" that they have their maintenance person assist you... but again, request is the word. Many people make apartments their homes for many years and also enjoy decorating and upgrading them, just be sure to reinstall the originals when you leave in the same condition with "reasonable wear and tear", providing you have lived in the house for 12 months or more. ~end note.. so Black is the power.. check.

[@handydadtv]

Good advice. Thanks.

[@Icthingsllc]

Virtual dad in the cloud these are the type of things I would ask my pops before he died thank you!!! Do you recommend a particular fan and different technique for installing in a new home ?

[@handydadtv]

Thanks so much! I have had good luck with Hunter and Hampton Bay fans. Expect them to be SILENT, especially in bedrooms. If you hear a hum, maybe loosen it so it’s not too tight against the ceiling. If that doesn’t help, take it back immediately and try a different brand. Don’t buy cheap ones for bedrooms.

[@khall187]

Starts at 2:00

[@hannahaybee]

That was so nice to watch you made it seem so easy! haha

[@handydadtv]

After your first, it will be easy.

[@chrismoody1342]

Handy Dad is my moniker with my 4 kids. They got diy problems they always know who to call. Just about anything home related. But guess what they are my tech support for phones, tablets and computers. Lol.

[@roladun]

At 0:25, hilarious introduction, "Virtual Dad in the cloud".

[@willisan]

Love your videos! Informative and to the point.

[@handydadtv]

Thanks so much 😊

[@VondaInWonderland]

Thank you. I've tried getting help a few times, every time a nightmare. Most fix it guys that I run across are creepy perves ♥

[@confessionsofthedoodle]

You can tell your outlet box is not setup to support a ceiling fan. When you hook up the fan unit the outlet box is slightly lopsided which indicates the box is only screwed onto the joist on one side like for a standard lightweight fixture.

[@handydadtv]

Then that’s a negligent owner. If it was meant for a light fixture, one should have been installed. If I owned that apartment complex, I would make sure those boxes are fan-safe, or I would make sure tenants know (and sign in the lease) that the boxes are NOT fan-safe.

[@MikeRemvidas]

Great help here 👍🏻 But I have all wires plus a RED coming from ceiling ???? What is the red ??? Where dose it go on fan ?? Thank you sir

[@handydadtv]

Use a voltage tester to verify, but typically the red wire will be controlled by a wall switch. If this is the case, you can connect the fan’s light wire (usually blue) to the red wire from the ceiling, and the motor to the black wire from the ceiling. That way, the fan will run even if the light switch is off.

[@MikeRemvidas]

HandyDadTV Super !! Awesome Handy Dad 👍🏻✌🏻Thank you very much ‼️‼️‼️

[@Automationacademytv]

Thanks for sharing your knowledge very informative, it inspired me to focus more making electrical video

[@vijaybajwa]

Brilliant!

[@TheEnlightenedLion]

Thank you for this how to video...very helpful!

[@handydadtv]

My pleasure

[@poegetit]

Excellent video👍🏾

[@handydadtv]

😊👍🏻💯

[@JChannel_]

👍 Two thumbs way up dad! 👍 Your video is great and welcoming. The perfect mix of professional and good 'ol home feel wisdom. I'm definitely subscribing on one of my channels. Keep up the amazing job. I wish I was like you.

[@brandonperkins6279]

Any way you could do a video on how to attach a solar panel to the breaker box or however it works

[@handydadtv]

Probably not. Sorry.

[@harlemscarlet]

Gives me a great starting point

[@emovato]

Excellent tutorial!

[@handydadtv]

Thanks 😊

[@curlypdub9283]

Great tutorial. What do you do when both wires are white?

[@handydadtv]

Use a voltage tester to determine which one is hot. You will get no voltage across the “real” white and ground. You will get 120 volts across the black/white and black/ground (assuming all wires are connected correctly upstream).

[@curlypdub9283]

Thank you

[@meganflores9983]

I love the intro I’m hooked

[@handydadtv]

Thanks 😊

[@carlosplascencia2373]

Awesome video! I found this extremely helpful since I’m installing a ceiling fan this week. The production was excellent, as well. Do you mind sharing what program you used to edit your video?

[@handydadtv]

Glad you enjoyed it! I exclusively use Final Cut Pro for all my editing.

[@carlosplascencia2373]

@@handydadtv Thanks 🙏

[@wookim4978]

Thanks much for a great video. Now I can do it myself.

[@handydadtv]

Yes you can. 👍🏻

[@Loveformula101]

Thanks DaD. Great video!👌

[@handydadtv]

😊👍🏻💯

[@joseheredia2609]

Thank you dad

[@handydadtv]

You’re welcome 😊

[@MrRubicon821]

Wow this guys speed is unreal

[@handydadtv]

Is that good or bad?

[@kcwilliamson2002]

Thanks HandyDad!

[@shoneyseven7970]

This was much help thankyou

[@tumadre5736]

Awesome channel 👍 thanks for the help!

[@jillt5732]

With an old 1960 appartment, can I assume the light box is secure enough to hold a small fan? And can it vibrate floor above?

[@handydadtv]

If your fan hums or vibrates, return it. You can tug on the box to see if it’s secure. Back then, they only had metal boxes usually nailed to wood. But occasionally they used metal tabs to hold boxes in plaster. Those metal tabs will NOT hold a fan.

[@noraellis5880]

Thank you much! This explained it all.

[@handydadtv]

Glad it was helpful 👍🏻

[@ratness20]

Awesome video! I have a question though.. I just got a small fan for my kids room and I checked how the light assembly is connected and is weird.. I have two white wires and two black wires and a bare wire which I know is the ground.. but I don’t know now what to do. My fan has 1 black, 1 white and a green cable.. now I’m trying to figure out how I can connect my fan? By the way you got a thumbs up and I subscribed! 👍🏼

[@handydadtv]

It could be a wall switch, like the third scenario in this video: How to Wire Switches and Lights kzbin.info/www/bejne/rYO2mJijft2Uo7c You should be able to tell by looking at how the light was wired before you remove it. (Hoping you didn’t already remove it without taking note!)

[@SusieQuhNOT]

The Dandy Daddy Do list. Did Daddy find out before hand, that that box will support the weight of the fan?

[@handydadtv]

I couldn’t tell how the builder installed it but this apartment complex in Florida was known for “bring your own fans”. That’s why the boxes were there. Fast forward a couple of years, the fan held fine, was removed, and then installed in her new house! kzbin.info/www/bejne/eXe1hYyZis5_gs0