Replacing an existing light fixture with a ceiling fan is only slightly more cumbersome than installing a light fixture. While it is best to leave electrical projects to licensed electricians, ...

Looking for a cool way to beat the heat this summer? A ceiling fan could be the answer! Home Depot's Dave White shows you how! Ceiling fans have become more than just a way to circulate air in the ...

Q: My new home is prewired for a ceiling fan, which I am finally ready to install. Are there any precautions I should take? A: You’ll be using a ladder, so I hope ...

Dear Andy: This is an excellent idea for adding lighting and a fan to a room without access to existing wiring. Even if you did not need access to electrical wiring, adding box beams can be an ...

*Refers to the latest 2 years of stltoday.com stories. Cancel anytime. Q • I am interested in lowering my energy costs by installing a ceiling fan in my living room. I already have an overhead light ...

It’s 6:55 p.m. on Friday night, and I’m zooming down Interstate 95, trying to get to Home Depot in time for ceiling fan installation class. That’s right: ceiling fan installation class. On a Friday ...

Answer: If there is an existing light fixture at the spot you want the fan, you’re in luck. Otherwise, you’ll need to hire an electrician to fish a wire through the attic first. That can be ...

Q: I just bought a house and was advised to install some type of ventilation in a bathroom that does not have a window or a fan. The bathroom has an exterior wall. What is the easiest way to ...

Energy experts agree that a ceiling fan will reduce your energy bills by providing additional cooling and better circulation so you can lower air-conditioning costs. Before you choose a fan, measure ...

Question: I want to add ceiling lighting and a ceiling fan to my living room, but no wiring is up there. I would like to add decorative box beams and run the wiring through them. How can I do this?