Changing Out Bathroom Fan With No Attic Access

Replace a bathroom fan with no attic access with help from a foreman for lighty contractors in this free video clip.

Changing out bathroom fan with no attic access.

Then ensure the power is switched off by using a voltage detector and disconnect the wiring to the fan. Part of the series. Fan repair maintenance. Not all homeowners are lucky enough to have attic space.

If you re one of these individuals then use the information below to help you install a bathroom fan with no attic space. Begin by removing the screws on the cover of the old fan so that you can access the wiring. It s just a matter of figuring out the best route for running the exhaust duct. What is important is that the fan does its job of removing excess moisture that can lead to a multitude of problems from peeling paint to unhealthy mold and mildew.

Installing an ezfit bathroom vent fan from broan nutone. Just remember that you may have to push the metal housing assembly farther into the ceiling so you can connect these things. How to replace a bathroom fan with no attic access. To replace a bathroom fan all you need to do is remove the old fan and install a new one in its place using the same wiring and connections.

The biggest challenges of installing a bathroom fan without attic access will likely be connecting the vent hose to the housing assembly as well as the wiring. Kits are available that allow you to replace just the motor unit without replacing the fan housing or you can replace the entire vent fan. Figure out the size of the fan. Old bathroom vent fans can be noisy and may not do a very good job of removing moist humid air from your bathroom to keep mold and mildew from forming.