22 Oct 2026 · updated 22 Oct 2026
Ceiling Fan & Light Fixture Installation Cost 2026
Short answer: installing or replacing a ceiling fan, chandelier or light fixture at Handyman Gold Hands is $100 per hour with a 2-hour minimum ($200). A straightforward swap on an existing, powered ceiling box usually fits inside that minimum visit, so most customers add a second fixture or another small job to the same trip. You approve the written price before we come.
Key takeaways
- Fixture and fan work is billed hourly at $100/hour, with a 2-hour minimum ($200) — that is the floor for any visit.
- A simple swap on an existing box is quick, so one visit often covers two or three fixtures or a few small jobs.
- We work on existing wiring. A brand-new circuit, a new box where there was none, or panel work goes to a licensed electrician.
- Paying online adds a 5% card processing fee. No sales tax on labor.
What changes the price
| What changes | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Existing box or not | Swapping a fixture on a powered ceiling box is fast. No box where you want the light means new work we may refer to a licensed electrician. |
| Fan vs light | A light fixture is quicker than a ceiling fan — a fan needs a fan-rated box, balancing and a bracket that holds the weight and motion. |
| Height and access | A two-story foyer chandelier or a high ceiling needs taller ladders or scaffolding and more time than a standard 8-foot ceiling. |
| Assembly | Chandeliers and large fans often ship in pieces; assembling before hanging adds time. |
| Switches and smart controls | Adding a dimmer, a smart switch or a second switch leg is extra, on existing wiring. |
| Old or aluminum wiring | Older wiring may need extra care or, for aluminum, a licensed electrician — we tell you before we start. |
Because these differ on every ceiling, the exact price is written for your job before the visit. Send a photo of the fixture and the ceiling and we quote it before booking.
The cheapest way to do it
The $200 minimum visit is the real floor, so fill it. One visit can hold:
- two or three fixtures or fans swapped,
- a fixture plus a TV mounted or shelves hung,
- a bathroom vent fan replaced,
- a dimmer or smart switch added.
If the list is longer, book time, not fixtures:
| Your job | Best option | Price |
|---|---|---|
| One fan or fixture | Hourly | $100/hour, 2-hour minimum ($200) |
| A few fixtures in one visit | Hourly | $100/hour |
| About 4 hours of work | Half Day | $399 |
| A whole house of fixtures | Full Day | $749 |
What it looks like when it is done
These are real fixture and fan jobs from our portfolio:
- Ceiling fan with a light installed on an open ceiling box
- Modern chandelier installed in a bedroom ceiling
- Ceiling light fixture installed over bare wires
How to get an exact price
- Send a photo of the new fixture or fan and the ceiling spot.
- Tell us if there is already a light there, or if it is a new spot.
- We send the written price. You approve it before the visit.
Call +1 (786) 788-8714 or book a time online, and see our full price list. We are insured and bonded.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to install a ceiling fan or light fixture?
At Handyman Gold Hands it is $100 per hour with a 2-hour minimum ($200). A simple swap on an existing ceiling box usually fits that minimum visit, so most customers add a second fixture or another small job. The price is written before the visit.
Can you replace a fixture using the existing box?
Yes — swapping fixtures, fans and outlets on existing wiring is our everyday work. A new circuit, a new box, or panel work is referred to a licensed electrician.
Do you install a ceiling fan where there is no light now?
A fan needs a fan-rated box and power at that spot. If there is already a box there, we can usually do it; if it is a brand-new location with no wiring, that is licensed electrical work we refer out. Send a photo and we tell you before booking.
Can you hang a high chandelier in a two-story foyer?
Yes, with the right ladder or scaffolding. High and heavy fixtures take more time and setup, so they are quoted after we see a photo of the height and the fixture.
Is it cheaper to do several at once?
Yes. Because the visit has a 2-hour minimum, doing two or three fixtures or adding other small jobs on the same trip gets you more for the same minimum.