Your ceiling fan should be a source of comfort for your indoor living space, not a headache-inducing noise machine.

Excessive noise during operation is a clear indication that something is wrong with your ceiling fan.

Continue reading to find out the top five causes for noisy ceiling fans and what you can do to keep a noisy fan from disrupting your home’s peace and quiet!

Faulty Dimmer

A humming sound might not be that noticeable during the day but if your ceiling fan runs during the night, that humming noise will quickly become apparent and annoying.

Solent are sharing 5 Common Causes for Noisy Ceiling Fans

Humming is one of the most common noises that ceiling fans can make when a dimmer is being used to control the fan’s speed.

Replacing your Wall Regulator with Dimmer for a standard Wall Regulator without dimming function should correct the problem.

Loose Blades or Light Kits

A ceiling fan might start to click if its blades are loose. Tighten the screws of each blade where it connects to the fan motor for an easy fix to an annoying problem.

Loose screws in your light kit can cause a similar clicking or rattling sound when the ceiling fan is on, particularly when set at the highest speed. Switch off the fan and light and remove the fixture to inspect for loose screws that may have fallen inside.

Missing Screws

Poor ceiling fan installation can mean loose, lost, or forgotten screws and components that will affect the longevity of your ceiling fan.

Check to see if you saved the screws or find a standard screw that matches the size of the others in your ceiling fan.

DIY Installation

To avoid installation issues and to prevent your warranty from becoming void, always hire a professional electrician to install your ceiling fans.

When to Contact an Electrician for Repair

when to contact an electricianWhile you can troubleshoot most ceiling fan noises on your own, it’s important to know when to call for help from your trusted electrician.

If you hear a sizzling noise accompanied by a strange odour, you may have a bad capacitor. If this is the case, you should Solent if your fan is still under warranty or contact an electrician to have it replaced as soon as possible.

If you see sparks coming from the fan motor and hear strange noises, turn off the fan immediately. Leaving a ceiling fan on can increase your risk of an electrical fire.

Get In Touch With Us.

Contact Solent if your ceiling fan needs professional repair or you’re ready to start fresh with a new ceiling fan altogether. Report a Faulty Fan or email info@solent.co.za today!