Installing An Exhaust Fan

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Installing New Exhaust Fan - If you are like most folks, installing a bathroom or Kitchen exhaust fan can be intimidating as it requires you work with electrical wiring. If you follow the proper precautions and turn off the breaker that supplies power to the exhaust fan outlet, it can be a breeze.

Bathroom and Kitchen exhaust fans are an important fixture in any moist or smokey environment because they help to regulate the moisture and remove smoke and odor in the room. Bathroom and Kitchen exhaust fans are rated in Sones and CFM and you neen to understand both terms to buy the correct fan.

Sones- Are a measurement of the noise level of the fan. The lower the number - The quietter the fan.

CFM - Relates to the volume of air an exhaust fan can move in a given areain cubic feet per minute. To measure the needed CFM for a room, multiply the square footage of the room by:

1.1 for a 8' ceiling

1.25 for a 9' to 12" ceiling

Watch this excellent video from Lowes below. It will show you how to install a new Bathroom or Kitchen Exhaust fan. Installation is a breeze if you have the right information and tools for the job.

Here is a video on Installing a new Exhaust Fan

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We hope this will give you an idea what you will be up against when installing a exhaust fan yourself. It can be a very rewarding job and save money by doing it yourself. If you are considering hiring someone to do the job for you, Service Magic below, will find pre-screened contractors in your area that will bid on your project.