Ceiling fans don’t require a lot of extra maintenance. Like any other home appliance, they need to be cleaned regularly for optimal usage and longevity, but blades and screws don’t need to be replaced often, as long as they’re installed well by a local handyman.

Usually, a 2.5 tonne central A/C utilizes about 3,500 watts, while a window A/C unit uses between 500 – 1,500 watts. A ceiling fan, on the other hand, uses only 15 to 95 watts depending on its size and speed. Depending on the cost per unit of power where you live, there’s a 99% decrease in electricity bills.

When wiring and switches are already in place, a ceiling fan fitting should take less than an hour. Fixing new switches, or upgrading your wiring and supports could add another hour or so to the job.