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TASK NO. 030 Upgrade

Replace a ceiling fan or light fixture

Electrical
Trigger
Upgrade or fixture failure
Who does it
DIY
Est. time
1-2 hrs
Est. cost
$50-300
Difficulty
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Step by step
  1. Turn off power at the breaker and confirm with a tester.

  2. Support the old fixture while removing mounting screws, then disconnect wires.

  3. Verify the electrical box is fan-rated if installing a ceiling fan.

  4. Connect new fixture wires by color match, then secure the mounting bracket.

  5. Attach the fixture/fan body, restore power, and test all settings.

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