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The ceiling fan replacement mistake that can fail inspection fast

Replacing a ceiling fan looks like a simple swap: old fixture down, new fan up. In reality, one hidden mistake can cause an ...
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Code Q&A: Boxes at Ceiling-Suspended Fan Outlets

This answer is based on the 2017 NEC. A. Outlet boxes for a ceiling paddle fan must be listed and marked as suitable for the purpose, and must not support a fan weighing more than 70 lbs. Outlet boxes ...