Tools and materials
- Stable ladder. Tall enough to work comfortably.
- Screwdrivers and pliers. Insulated types.
- Tester screwdriver or meter. To check the wires are dead.
- Wire connectors and tape. Good quality.
- Hook and rod set. Rated for the fan.
Step 1: switch off and plan
Switch off the breaker and check the wires with a tester. Decide the position of the fan, and mark the hook point. Read the fan manual, because rod lengths and wire colours vary. Keep the area under the ladder clear.
Step 2: fix the hook
The hook must be in the concrete slab, not in plaster or a false ceiling. Use a cast-in hook or a drilled anchor and test it by pulling hard. A weak hook is the main reason fans wobble or fall. See ceiling fan brackets.
Step 3: assemble the fan
Fix the blades to the arms on the floor, with all screws tight and washers in place. Thread the wires through the rod, fit the rod to the motor and fit the canopy. Hang the assembled motor from the hook with the safety cable if supplied.
Step 4: wire it
Connect the fan wires to the ceiling wires, live to live and neutral to neutral, and the earth to the earth. Use proper connectors and cover them with tape. The regulator or remote receiver goes in the canopy or the wall box. Fixed wiring should be done by a licensed electrician.
Step 5: test and balance
Switch on at low speed and watch for wobble. Tighten all screws, check blade alignment and use balancing weights if needed. Run on all speeds and listen for noise. A fan that wobbles after fitting usually has a loose hook, a bent blade or an unbalanced set.
Fitting charges
Charges vary by city and by job. These indicative ranges help you judge a quote.
| Item | Indicative range |
|---|---|
| Fit a new fan on an existing hook | PKR 500 - 1,200 |
| Fix a hook in a slab, per fan | PKR 300 - 1,000 |
| Run a new wiring point | PKR 800 - 2,000 |
| Fit a fan with light and remote | PKR 800 - 2,000 |
| Remove an old fan | PKR 200 - 600 |
Prices move with brand, model, size and stock. Use these ranges to judge a quote, then compare the exact model and what is included.
Safety rules
- Power off at the breaker. Not only at the switch.
- Stable ladder. Never lean out.
- Hook in the slab. Never plaster or a false ceiling.
- Earth connected. A metal fan must be earthed.
- Licensed electrician. For all wiring.
After fitting
Re-check the screws after a week, because vibration loosens them, and wipe the blades with a dry cloth once the fan has run for a day so any fitting dust does not settle. Protect the circuit with an MCB and use a regulator only on AC fans. See how to fix a ceiling fan for simple faults.
Frequently Asked Questions
Switch off at the breaker, fix a hook in the slab, assemble the blades and rod, hang the motor, connect the wires, then test and balance on all speeds. A licensed electrician should do the wiring. Ask for the specification in writing so you can compare quotes on the same basis.
Fitting a fan on an existing hook is about PKR 500 to 1,200, fixing a hook about PKR 300 to 1,000 per fan and running a new wiring point about PKR 800 to 2,000. Check the warranty terms and who honours them before you pay.
In the concrete slab, not in plaster, a false ceiling or a light frame. Test it by pulling hard before hanging the fan. Measure carefully and confirm sizes with the seller before ordering. Rates and stock change, so confirm the current position before you commit.
Usually a loose hook, a bent blade or unbalanced blades. Tighten all screws, check blade alignment and use the balancing weights if supplied. Rates and stock change, so confirm the current position before you commit. If you are unsure, send a photo and the measurements and we will advise.
You can assemble it, but wiring should be done by a licensed electrician, and the hook must be in the slab. Always switch off at the breaker and use a stable ladder. If you are unsure, send a photo and the measurements and we will advise.
Send the quantity, the size or rating and a photo of the space. We reply with a written rate that names the model and the warranty, and lists what is and is not included, so the comparison with other sellers is fair.