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Fans, fixtures and lighting · Central Florida
Light fixtures and ceiling fans
Quick answer
Ceiling fans run most of the year in Florida, so wobbling, noisy and dim fixtures are some of the most common calls we get. HandyMangum balances and tightens fans, assembles and hangs new fans and fixtures, replaces hard-to-reach bulbs and lenses and installs plug-in and battery lighting. In Florida, connecting fixtures to household wiring is licensed electrical work, so any wiring is done by a licensed electrician. Call or text (407) 699-1123.
What a handyman can and cannot do in Florida
Florida treats electrical work, including connecting a fan or fixture to the house wiring, as a licensed trade under Chapter 489, Part II of the Florida Statutes. The handyman exemption in Part I does not cover it.
We do the non-electrical parts of these jobs, and we tell you upfront when a licensed electrician is needed so there are no surprises.
Common requests
- Fan that wobbles, clicks or hums
- Assembling a new fan or chandelier and getting it ready to hang
- Bulbs and lenses on high ceilings and stairwells
- Plug-in and battery motion lights, closet lights and under-cabinet strips
- Fan blades, light kits and remotes
- Patching and painting around an old fixture
How the job goes
Tell us the job
A photo of the fan or fixture and the ceiling height.
Sort the scope
We tell you which parts we do and whether a licensed electrician is needed.
Do the work
Balance, tighten, assemble, replace bulbs and lenses, and install plug-in lighting.
Check and clean up
We test what we touched and clean up.
Related work
Safety lighting
Night lights and brighter paths for older adults.
Drywall and paint
Patch and paint the ceiling after a fixture change.
What affects the cost
- Ceiling height. Vaulted and stairwell ceilings need taller ladders and more time
- Fan or fixture size. Heavy chandeliers and large fans take two people
- Assembly. Some fans and fixtures have a lot of parts
- Electrical work. Any wiring connection or new box is quoted by a licensed electrician
- Bundling. Several fixtures and bulbs in one visit cost less than separate trips
How to stop a ceiling fan wobble
Turn it off
Switch off the fan and let it stop.
Tighten
Tighten the blade screws, the blade-arm screws and the canopy screws.
Measure
Check each blade tip is the same distance from the ceiling; a bent arm is the usual culprit.
Balance
Use the balancing kit that came with the fan, or call us.
If any part of the job needs a permit or a state-licensed trade, such as new plumbing lines or new wiring, we tell you during the quote and that part is handled by properly licensed professionals.
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What customers say
“Had bathroom mirror, medicine cabinet, faucet and light fixture installed. All done well and because I was not home, photos were sent to verify work completed. Had a very good experience”
Laura R. Google review
Light Fixtures and Ceiling Fans FAQs
Can a handyman install a ceiling fan in Florida?
A handyman can assemble and hang a fan, but connecting it to the household wiring is electrical contracting under Florida law and needs a licensed electrician. Homeowners can do their own wiring on a home they own and live in.
Why does my ceiling fan wobble?
Usually loose screws, a bent blade arm or unbalanced blades. If the mounting box is loose, that needs fixing before the fan is used.
Can you change bulbs on a high ceiling?
Yes. We bring the ladders and can change several at once.
Do you install under-cabinet lighting?
Plug-in and battery strips, yes. Hardwired lighting is a job for a licensed electrician.
How do I get an estimate?
Estimates are free. Call or text (407) 699-1123, or send the online request with a few photos. We send a written quote before any work starts.
Get help with fans and fixtures
Call or text (407) 699-1123, or send the online request with a few photos. Estimates are free on every job.