Lighting and ceiling fans: what to include in the request
Replacing a fitting like for like can still be electrical work. Say whether you want the existing light or fan swapped, or a new point where nothing is mounted now.
Lights
Say the room, how many fittings, and whether they are downlights, a batten, a pendant or an outdoor light. A dimmer that buzzes, lights that flicker when another appliance starts, or a switch that is warm are faults, not just a new lamp. If you are supplying the fitting, say so, and whether it is suitable for the ceiling. Downlights in an insulated ceiling need fittings rated for that use. The electrician can see the rating. You do not have to.
Ceiling fans
A fan needs a support the ceiling can hold, and often a switch or a wall control the old light did not have. Say if there is already a fan, if it wobbles or hums, and the floor-to-ceiling height if you know it. A fan with a light is still one job, but the quote should say whether the light and the fan are both included. Do not leave a wobbling fan running until someone looks at the mounting.
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