Ceiling Fan & Light Fixture Installation

Ceiling fans, chandeliers, pendants, vanity lights, outdoor fixtures and smoke detectors installed safely and level, with the right box behind them. Licensed electrician (EC#13014717) serving Seminole, Largo, St. Petersburg, Clearwater and all of Pinellas County. No job too small.

Call (727) 476-7079 or book an install online. Office 7 AM–5 PM, weekend service.

Vaulted kitchen with LED pendants and recessed lighting installed by Keywest Lights & Electric, St. Petersburg
Pendant and recessed lighting we installed in a St. Petersburg kitchen.

Ceiling fan installation

In Florida, ceiling fans aren’t decoration. They run most of the year and let you set the thermostat a little higher. We install:

  • Fan replacements: swapping an old, wobbly or noisy fan for a new one
  • Light-to-fan conversions: replacing a ceiling light with a fan. The box has to be fan-rated to carry the weight and motion. If yours isn’t, we replace it with a fan-rated box or brace.
  • New fan locations where there’s no wiring yet, with a new switch
  • Outdoor and lanai fans: damp- or wet-rated fans for covered patios, lanais and pool cages, with weather-resistant wiring
  • High and vaulted ceilings: downrods, sloped-ceiling adapters and the ladders to reach them
  • Controls: separate fan and light switches, wall controls, remote and smart controls, and dimmers rated for the fan’s light kit

We balance the fan, set the blade direction for summer, and test every speed and the light before we leave.

Light fixture installation

  • Fixture replacements: dated flush mounts, builder-grade dome lights, vanity bars and dining fixtures swapped for what you picked out
  • Chandeliers and pendants, including heavy fixtures that need a properly supported box, and island pendants spaced and hung at the right height
  • New fixture locations and switches, including three-way switching for stairs and hallways
  • Recessed lighting and under-cabinet lighting. See lighting installation.
  • Exterior fixtures: porch, garage, coach and flood lights, plus motion sensors and photocells
  • Dimmers and smart switches matched to LED fixtures so they don’t flicker or buzz. See smart home wiring.

You can buy your own fixtures and fans; we install anything that’s UL-listed (or listed by another recognized lab). Not sure what fits? We’ll tell you what your ceiling and box can support before you buy.

Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors

  • Replacing old smoke alarms: manufacturers generally recommend replacing them about every 10 years (check the date on the back)
  • Hardwired and interconnected alarms, so when one sounds, they all sound
  • Carbon monoxide alarms for homes with gas appliances or an attached garage

Why hire an electrician for a fan or fixture?

It looks simple, but most of the problems we fix come from the box and the connections, not the fixture:

  • Plastic or light-duty boxes that aren’t rated for a fan’s weight and wobble
  • Aluminum wiring in some 1960s and ’70s Pinellas homes, which needs approved connectors
  • Old cloth-insulated wiring in pre-war St. Petersburg and Clearwater homes that crumbles when it’s disturbed
  • No ground in older ceiling boxes
  • Overheated wires from old incandescent fixtures

We fix what we find, or tell you about it before we go further.

Ceiling fan & light fixture installation near you

We’re based at 6248 Seminole Blvd and install fans and fixtures across Pinellas County:

  • Seminole: our home base. Lanai and pool-cage fans, and fan and fixture swaps in 1970s and ’80s homes
  • Largo: single-family homes, condos, villas and manufactured homes, where we check box support and ceiling structure first
  • St. Petersburg: bungalows and mid-century homes in Kenwood, Old Northeast and Crescent Lake with high ceilings, old boxes and old wiring
  • Clearwater: wet-rated fans and corrosion-resistant fixtures for beach and island homes, and remodels in Countryside
  • Pinellas Park: light-to-fan conversions and recessed lighting in 1960s–80s block homes, plus LED shop lighting
  • Dunedin: light-to-fan conversions, coastal-rated lanai fans, condo lighting and Main Street restaurant lighting
  • Also Madeira Beach, Treasure Island, Gulfport and all our service areas

Bundle your small jobs

Have several fans to swap, a fixture to add, and an outlet that stopped working? Put it all on one visit. We’ll give you the price before we start.

Holiday lighting and outdoor circuits

Holiday displays and permanent outdoor lighting share the same rules: protect people from shock, keep water out of the boxes, and do not overload a circuit that already runs something else. We keep the advice practical and do not quote package prices here.

  • Dedicated outdoor GFCI circuits — temporary holiday strings and permanent outdoor lighting loads belong on GFCI-protected outdoor circuits, not daisy-chained off an indoor living-room receptacle through an open window.
  • Weatherproof in-use covers — outdoor receptacles need while-in-use (bubble) covers so cords stay plugged in with the cover closed. We replace cracked or missing covers when we add or repair outdoor outlets. See outlet repair and dedicated circuits.
  • Timers and photocells — mechanical or smart timers cut overnight waste and keep displays from running all day. We can wire a timer or photocell on a dedicated outdoor circuit when you want permanent control.
  • Do not overload circuits — stacking multiple extension cords and multi-outlet taps on one 15-amp circuit is how breakers trip and cords heat up. If last year’s display tripped the breaker, we can add a dedicated circuit before you hang lights again.
  • Permanent eave and soffit lighting — hardwired eave and soffit fixtures are a better long-term option than seasonal plug strips when you want year-round curb appeal. We install and permit that work under the same ceiling-fan and fixture service.

Warranty and plans

  • 3-year workmanship warranty, or 5 years for Member Care Plan members. Members also get 7% off labor.

Questions about your project? Call (727) 476-7079 to talk with a licensed electrician.

Ceiling fan & light fixture FAQ

Is a single ceiling fan too small a job? No. No job too small.

Can you replace a light with a ceiling fan? Usually, yes. The box has to be fan-rated, and we’ll replace it with a fan-rated box or brace if it isn’t. If you want separate fan and light control, we may need to add a wire to the switch.

Can you install a fan where there’s no wiring? Yes. We run a new circuit or extend an existing one, add a switch, and install a fan-rated box. Some new wiring requires a permit, and we handle it.

Can you install fixtures and fans I bought? Yes, as long as they’re UL-listed or listed by another recognized testing lab.

What kind of fan should go on my lanai? A damp-rated fan for a covered lanai, or a wet-rated fan anywhere rain can reach it directly. Near the water, look for corrosion-resistant finishes.

How much does ceiling fan installation cost? It depends on whether it’s a straight swap, a light-to-fan conversion or a brand-new location, and on ceiling height. We give you the price before we start.

New fan or fixture? Call (727) 476-7079 or book online.

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