The quick answer.
Replacing an existing ceiling fan is $150 in labor. Installing a fan where there is already a box and wiring but no fan is $225. Those are flat rates, quoted before the work starts. If there is no box or wiring at all, we assess the job on site and quote before we start.
The $59 assessment fee covers our trip out and is credited back to your invoice when you hire us.
Flat-rate labor for standard residential jobs in Gilbert and Chandler.
- Fan replacement (existing box)$150 – $150
- New fan install (existing box + wiring)$225 – $225
- Fan-rated box upgrade$75 – $112
- Dimmer / smart switch add-on$37 – $100
Replacing a fan vs. a new install.
The two numbers — $150 and $225 — come down to one question: is there already a fan-rated box and wiring in the ceiling?
- Fan replacement — $150. The old fan comes down, the new one goes up on the same box. Wire, hang, balance, done.
- New install into an existing box — $225. There is a box and wiring in the ceiling (usually from an old light), but no fan. We confirm the box is fan-rated, hang the fan, and wire it in.
- No box or wiring. Running new wire from a switch or the panel and installing a fan-rated box is a larger job. We quote it on site before starting.
What changes the price.
Existing box vs. new wiring
A straight swap into a fan-rated box is $150. Running new wire and installing a box where none exists is a larger job we quote on site.
Ceiling height and slope
Vaulted ceilings and ceilings over nine feet need a ladder or scaffold setup and a longer downrod. That adds labor time.
Fan-rated box
If the old box is a standard light box, it must be replaced with a fan-rated box before the fan goes up. That is a safety requirement, not optional.
Switch and control
Adding a dimmer, a smart switch, or a remote receiver for the fan adds a small amount. We can quote it as part of the same visit.
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Send a photo
Text a picture of the ceiling and the fan you want installed. Most swaps and existing-box installs can be priced from a photo.
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Get a flat price
You see the number before we pick up a tool. No hourly clock running while we work.
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We hang and balance
Mount the fan-rated box, hang the fan, wire it, balance the blades, and clean up. No wobble.
DIY versus calling us.
A straight swap — same box, same wiring — is within reach for a handy homeowner with a ladder and a voltage tester. Where the DIY route goes wrong:
- The box is not fan-rated. A standard light box will not hold a spinning fan safely.
- Vaulted or high ceilings — balancing blades and hanging one-handed overhead is hard.
- Adding a wall switch or smart control, which means new wiring inside the wall.
If your install is on that list, get a price from us first. Compare it to the full repair cost guide to see how a ceiling fan stacks up against the rest of your to-do list.
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FAQ.
How much does ceiling fan installation cost in Gilbert, AZ?+
Replacing an existing ceiling fan is $150 in labor. Installing a fan where there is already a box and wiring but no fan is $225. If there is no box or wiring at all, we assess the job on site and quote before starting.
Do you install a fan I already bought?+
Yes. Most Gilbert and Chandler homeowners buy their own fan from a store or online. We charge labor only — $150 for a straight swap, $225 for a first-time install into an existing box.
Can you install a ceiling fan on a vaulted ceiling?+
Yes, but it takes longer and may need a longer downrod. Vaulted or high ceilings add cost because of ladder or scaffold setup and overhead work. We quote that before we start.
Do you replace the light box too?+
If the existing box is not rated for a fan, it must be replaced with a fan-rated box — that is a safety issue, not a preference. We flag it during the assessment and include it in the flat-rate quote.
Do you charge a trip fee?+
A flat $59 assessment fee covers the visit and the diagnosis. It is credited back in full to your invoice when you hire us for the work.