Bath Fan Replacement in 10 Minutes or Less!
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- When the bathroom ventilation fan gets too noisy or stops working, you can replace it yourself in just a few minutes!
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If you live in your house for over 15 years or have bought a home that is over fifteen years old and still has the original bathroom ventilation fans, the time is coming when you’ll need to service or replace the bathroom vent fan.
When I was on home construction crews, these fans were called “stink fans” (or the less genteel “fart fans”). The reason is pretty obvious, but an incomplete description of the important work this fan accomplishes. Not only does it whisk away undesirable (that’s an understatement!) odors, but this device also removes moist air that occurs with showering and bathing, as well as steam coming from the sink when hot water is used. Unabated steam leads to condensation on the room’s surfaces, which can lead to in-wall moisture that can easily encourage mold and mildew. Not good.
As an aside, when running, the ventilation fan can also create “negative pressure” in a smaller bathroom, assuring that both humidity and offensive odors are not forced into the adjacent living areas.
If you think that lubricating the motor bearings is all that is in order, here’s a video from another “CZcamsr” that can help you do that.
• Replace Your Bathroom ...
However, there will come a time when the unit has to be replaced. If the unit is 25 years or older, the housing may no longer be a standard size and both the housing and the fan will need to be replaced. Replacing an older fan is not the subject of this video. This is a more complex process many times simply because the parts in older units weren’t designed to be modular, allowing you to “swap out” components like newer models do.
Because of this, taking out a very old bath fan and putting in a new one is an extensive process, requiring access from the attic in most cases. If the old fan wasn’t properly vented to the outside of the home (not just into the attic - a real “no-no”), then that needs to be installed as well.
These units are rated in CFM (cubic foot per minute). The basic minimum ratio is that you need one CFM per square foot of floor space. The dimensions of our demonstration restroom are 5’ x 9’ = 45 sq. ft. So, a 45 CFM fan would be the minimum. The contractor installed a 50 cfm unit, so they were in specification.
If you need to remove the old housing and place a new setup, the new unit will have instructions and diagrams to accomplish this. As an example, here is a link to the installation guide for NuTone®’s 80 CFM HB80RL ventilation fan with integrated light.
www.broan-nutone.com/getmedia...
However, in THIS episode, we will feature the NuTone® 696N Ventilation Fan. This is one of the most common bath fans and has been in use for many years. This allows you to leave the housing, vent outlet, and electrical connection all intact, and simply “swap out” the motor/fan module - literally in minutes.
The basic steps are:
Remove the cover to the ventilator fan unit and set aside.
Unplug the fan motor from the plug.
Locate the mounting tabs of the motor/fan assembly.
Locate the inscribed directions in the unit telling you where to lift the component and where to push the housing side out to allow the motor/fan assembly to swing down from one side.
Remove the motor/fan assembly from the housing by swinging out the unit and having the component tabs release from the housing.
Clean the inside of the housing, and assure the damper is working properly on the duct outlet.
If servicing and not replacing the motor/fan assembly, then clean the unit, and lubricate the bearings with light oil. Don’t use WD-40® as it possesses only mild lubricating properties. Re-install the fan/motor assembly, plug it in, and replace the cover.
If you are replacing the motor/fan assembly, take the assembly to your favorite home/hardware store and find a match for your unit. They tend to be standardized. Our replacement unit came from Home Depot®: www.homedepot.com/p/Broan-NuT..., and cost about $17.
install the new assembly utilizing the mounting tabs. Assure that the tabs are securely attached! Plug the new unit into the outlet, and clean and replace the cover using the spring mounting clips.
To do this, you’ll need only basic tools and the skills you’ll learn from DirtFarmerJay as he demonstrates how to easily accomplish this home maintenance project. And, you didn’t need to hire someone to do it. You know you can JUST DO IT YOURSELF. - Jak na to + styl
Got an electrician bid to replace 3 ceiling fans for the bathrooms for $1,000! Followed your instructions and had it done in 30 minutes for $75 worth of fans. Thank you!
Glad to be of help! Sorry for the expenditures...
Thanks a ton for this useful video - I was able to replace two bathroom fans on the same day in my house within no time by just following this video to remove the older fans and replace them with new ones. Saved me at least $150-$200 by not requiring me to hire an electrician for this work.
Excellent! Glad to hear!
Excellent! Glad to hear!
@@DirtFarmerJay - subscribed o your channel to learn more from you, Sir!!! Also, you have such a simple and soothing way to present - love it!!! :-)
You didn't mention the most important function of the bath fan in our house. That is to provide noise cover for the "toilet sounds" (farts, poop plops and puking noises).
"noise cover" - love it!
@@DirtFarmerJay 10:16
Lol I serioudly thought he was going to say that
It doesn’t get the nickname fart fan for nothing! 😂
Agreed, when It's time to drop the bunker busters, it's very very audible.
Im an older woman taking care of my mother in her home. Just us two women and things are beginning to fall apart. The first thing is the bath fan. I can't tell you how thankful i am for you. I actually did this fix myself! You made it so easy to follow and instructions clear even this old lady did it !! Thank you thank you. Gonna check out ur other vids now
Glad to be of help to you both! Thanks for writing and letting us know. Best, DFJ
Not “just women.” Women are perfectly capable of handling things and are arguably more resourceful.
@@BeKind2AllKindsNot all women.
Thank you so much, Jay. This was so easy for me to replace with your easy-to-follow instructions. I would have been stuck on the "lift here and press here" to get the assembly down. This was such an easy and inexpensive fix. I am always in awe of people like yourself who take the time to make these videos for the rest of us. Thank you for saving me money by doing this myself.
Our pleasure, glad to be of help! Best, DFJ
Thanks! You made what I thought was going to be a bit complicated into a simple 10 minute job. Not sure if I'll tell my wife how easy it was. Now I have the day to play golf! :)
LOL, John! Glad to be of help. Best, DFJ
Very informative video. Another thing to keep in mind is these cheaper 50 CFM builder grade units usually only have a 3” diameter duct. When you get to the 80 CFM, 110 CFM or higher many of those use a 4” or even 6” diameter duct which lets you have the higher airflow with lower sone levels.
Great insights - Thanks!
Thank you for this video! I unknowingly bought this same fan at Home Depot for $21.98 today and thank GOD it fit.
Fantastic!
Thanks Jay-- You saved me $155 for an electrician to come and install a bathroom vent fan. Took me about an hour-- hardest part was getting all the dust out of the top of the fan vent before I installed the new one. Thumbs up!!
Glad to have been of help, Mr. Baseball! I'm glad you tackled it yourself! Best, DFJ
Thanks for the video! It’s important to know that sometimes the new fan’s frame doesn’t fit the old housings. However, by removing the fan blade and unscrewing the nuts, one can put a new motor on an old holder that fits the housing.
Excellent video! Jay did not lie: this was but a ten minute job for me (not counting the time taken to drive to Home Depot to get a replacement motor). I really do wish that all such "how to" videos were this well presented, and so clearly explained. Consider me a happy camper thanks to Jay!
I cleaned mine after 21 years!!! THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!
This video was very helpful and took a lot of the anxiety out of replacing the exhaust fan. And looking at what other videos you have on the channel, I feel like I may have discovered a gold mine of helpful DIY content. Thanks for what you do!
Thanks for watching and writing, Brainwaves!
Did you or should you turn off the electricity or is that not necessary for this replacement?
@@brianpottiebeardedchild So, the type of fan I replaced has the fan unit and the housing. The housing has the outlet that the fan unit plugs into. I found an exact replacement for the fan, so I didn't have to change/replace the housing - thus I didn't have to replace the outlet. Since all I needed to do was unplug the power cord for the unit, I didn't shut off the power. However, if I would have had to change the housing (and thus the outlet), I would have turned off the power.
Sorry if that seems long-winded.
And even more important than humidity and smell is masking the sounds that happen when someone is using the facilities. I’d like a good and super loud fan, which are hard to find nowadays.
Best video wish I did not have to watch 20 idiots that don't know what they're doing before I get to this guy that actually knows what he's doing and shows clear directions thank you
Glad it was helpful!
Great video! Venting this fan output to the soffit will help with energy saving and attic moisture, enclose it and put in a flexible dryer pipe to the soffit. Also, Amazon sells a humidity switch that I installed near the ceiling that turns the fan on at a certain humidity level and turns it off 20 minutes after it drops. You can also use it as a fart fan by simply pressing the switch, it will turn off in 20 minutes. Works great.
A couple of other videos made this look WAY more complicated than it is. Our toilet room fan had been rattling for 6 months. Besides the cleanup I had to do after 11 years of use without maintenance, this took me all of few minutes to R2 with most of that time getting the ladder in and turning of the CB. Thanks for a great video tutorial!!
Yes, i saw other videos where they had to cut into the drywall. All complicated. He just pulled one out and put another in.
Hi Jay - I just wanted to say THANK YOU for this video! I couldn't figure out how to snap out the old fan module because the contractors painted over the indication of where to push! Once I knew that secret, a quick trip to the hardware store and about five minutes and I have a working fan again. Thank you again!
You're welcome! I'm glad to hear it worked out so well for you. Best, DFJ
Great video! We have those SAME exact fans in all our bathrooms in our 2005-era home. They all work just fine but a tad noisy indeed. Will look to replace them using your guidance in the near future.
Also, keeping good maintenance and cleaning will help the ventilation fan have a longer life. Just subscribed. Love the content. So many ppl need to learn how easy it is to do many tasks to take care of their home and apartments and you, sir provide that and with easy language.
Thanks, Reinaldo! Welcome to our viewer family! Best, DFJ
This was going to be a $570 job for the local electrician. Sure glad you posted this video. Just ordered a replacement motor/fan assembly for $37 using the model number and Broan's part number insight. Hoping it works out and that it's not the wiring! Wires under the metal plate didn't seem to have any damage at least.
How is this coming along? Give me an update! Best, DFJ
Thank you so much! My husband just installed a new fan in our spare bathroom after watching your tutorial. It was super easy & your instructions were spot on! I just subscribed to your channel.
people need to understand that if there’s moisture inside your bathroom you need to have the fan on so your walls do not get moldy. That’s the point of fan.
Well said.
Thank you, this was so helpful. Funny thing is that the replacement motor at Lowe's was $34, but the entire assembly, including the housing, was only $21.
I came here to say the say thing!!
I need to buy one. Thanks for the info!
Welcome to America where we throw things out instead of repairing them
@@ocdtechtalkYes because it’s only America. 🤦🏻♂️
Thanks very much for your video. Helped with my motor replacement. Easier then I thought.!
Glad it helped!
The one you replaced it with is the same exact brand and model in my bathroom, it's been there since 2005 since I moved and who knows how much longer. It is used nearly everyday, mostly because the cat littter box is in that bathroom. I never cleaned it, the most I've only recently done was put some oil in the bearings and shaft because it's been having trouble starting up. I am going to replace it and thanks to your video I learned that it's not that difficult at all. Thank you very much!
Glad to be of help! Best, DFJ
Mine has been in place since 2006 and I've never cleaned it. 😭
@ballen772 dw.. neither did I. I think it paid itself off considering it required no cleaning or service to last this long.
366k views, meaning you've helped out a ton of people with such a simple video (myself included). Thanks!
Glad it helped! It seems there are a lot of people out there doing this repair and looking for a simple approach to it. Thanks for writing! Best, DFJ
This video made replacing mine so easy, thank you 🙏
You're welcome!
Thanks! You just saved me a ton of time. I thought I had to replace the entire housing. Didn't realize it separated.
Glad our episode was helpful to you!
I just need to say a big THANK YOU!!! My husband and I don’t have dads to show us these things and this video was such a big help! We were so intimidated when we first opened the fan box and kept putting it off. I found your video a week ago and we finally replaced it! It literally took like 5 minutes. Thank you so much!!!!
Glad I could help!
Wow dirt farm. My fan was so noisy didn’t know how to fix it. Only thing mine had a sheet metal screw, once I removed that job was simple just like you said. Thanks you so much !
Excellent!
You are awesome! This is such a good guide. Mine was caked with dust, so I had to do some prodding around under the dust in order to find the things you were mentioning, but I was able to find the right place to undo it and pop it out. I replaced it with a new one and it looks great and works beautifully now! Thank you so much!
Glad it helped! Thanks for taking time to write! Best, DFJ
Thanks digital dad! ❤
Love it!
I found out the oiling it keeps it working longer, Because prevents it from Rusting from humidity
Great tutorial thank you!!
Good insight on the maintenance aspect of this. What type of oil do you find to be the most effective? Best, DFJ
I worked plumbing at lowes here in Vegas for 8 years,there is 2 styles of this basic unit the Lowes version and Depot model,I would always sell the whole unit because it was 2$ Cheaper then the motor itself, crazy i know.Also Broan makes an upgrade grill now with light and speaker or light by itself and its simple as taking off old grate and snapping it in,quick upgrade and the speaker works surprisingly well.Great video btw
Good insights! Thanks for sharing and your kind words as well. Best, DFJ
It’s like a Bluetooth speaker? I’m also here in Vegas
@@jbean9021 yes it is ,I currently have in downstairs half bath it's very cool,only downside is default is regular light so Everytime you turn off light you have to adjust.But once you download app you adjust brightness,color,and the speaker isn't half bad it drowns out the fan motor.I included link for it below 👇 if you're interested
@@Troy-McClure81 i would love to get the link! i couldn't find it anywhere.
@@MrMichaelPet it is a available on the Ama Zon,type Broan Nu tone model Fg800Gbs
Thanks Jay. Our house was built 22 years ago -- the fan worked OK, but it was just nasty -- everything was covered in dust. I had to use a wet rag to clean everything off, especially in the opening after I removed the fan. A vacuum would hardly remove anything.
Yes, the fans can get especially nasty because of the material that's being moved out while moisture is present. Essentially makes a glue-like or paste-like substance that gets stuck on everything. Thanks for writing!
Just replaced the vent myself! Proud wife moment haha. Was so nasty. I had to make suer I measured as some of the other fixtures were a tad larger. I plan to order the higher CFM unit (I need 70) but it was on back order. The 50 CFM still works fine (for now) but once I get that 70 CFM inI can say goodbye to steam building up! :) Thank you! Please keep making more videos like this!
That is awesome! Glad to be of help. Happy New Year!
This is all very good and apparently pretty simple. If only real life worked like this ?
In reality Nutone doesn't make any money from selling plug and play replacement parts, so they are constantly changing just enough about the design of their fans so that the whole fan need's to be replaced.
That process can, and usually does take much more time than this, depending on how the original fan was installed.
I'm a handyman and believe me, I love when easy fixes like this are available !
They just aren't, most of the time.
I hear you.
Thank you so much for making this video for single women who have to do a lot of DIY projects themselves. You make me miss my dad.😢
You are one of the best with your instructions. Getting ready for a new fan myself.
KM Writes, thanks for your kind comment. I hope your fan installation goes smoothly! Best, DFJ
Great video! I just bought my home 2 years ago but it was built in 1970. My bath fan definitely needs to be replaced but I don’t know the extent of it. At least now, after watching this video, I know what I’m doing and now, replacing it t will be a fun project, not a nightmare!
Thank You!
How’d it go? I’m in the same boat😅
@@kristianlutenske95
I haven’t had a chance to get started with it because of several unexpected family emergencies.
Thank you so much for this video. My bathroom fan recently died on me and will not turn on at all, but the other switches work fine. I'll see if it needs a good cleaning first before replacing it. This video is a massive help.
OK you made this so easy thank you so much. It only took me 10 minutes. Also told my best friend whose fan broke three years ago and he kept thinking he needed to get into the attic to replace it and just put it off and when I showed him, he really only needed the middle piece and we did a video conference. I showed him how to take it out and then replace it. It took in no time. Thanks again you da man.
No hes not the man. He did the easiest fan possible. Most fans need to be cut out of the drywall and vented back through the attic
@@boma2484not that its east. Its standard most for 20 plus year homes. Like mines. I thought I had to change whole unit. And in my attic since it's a master bathroom it place toward the end where roof slop. I couldn't get my big ass over there.
Ooh, this is such a relief to see how simple the modules come apart. The only one I've replaced was in an old commercial building on a pier, and that required going in the attic and unbolting a big fan and motor assembly. I was dreading something similar at home.
(Working up motivation) Ok, I know what my adternoon looks lile!
Thanks Mr. Farmer.
You're welcome! Let me know how it turns out!
Thank you so much. This helped me with my bathroom exhaust fan. It was making a very loud noise when I turned the fan on. It had the same style spring clips on the cover, cleaned out all the dust, lubricated the fan bearing with some, Umbrella Corporation Unicorn Lube. Put the fan housing back, re connected electrical connector, put the cover spring clips back on and Fan works now with no bearing noise. So far so good, noise has not come back. But I will monitor to make sure that it doesn't come back. I'm happy that I didn't need to replace the fan motor at the moment. Just in case the noise comes back, I know how to service it and if the motor finally gives up the ghost, I found the replacement at my local home depot. Thank you again for this video, very helpful and informative.
I'm glad this was helpful to you. Best, DFJ
Thank you sir... Mine is the exact model you have except 70CFM. Because of you I was able to remove the old one and I will be picking up the new one at Home Depot tomorrow. Thank you Sir!
Glad I could help! How did it turn out? Best, DFJ
Great instructional video. Thanks for sharing. Changing mine today.👍🏾
Thats an easy fan to replace
Wow - so easy, once you know how to do it! Thank you! Wish I'd watched your video before I bought a replacement fan. :)
You're welcome!
Replacing two bathroom light/fan units later this month with quieter and higher cfm features. Sadly this will require me to go up into the attic. Going to do the next owner a favor and install a non-attic access version. Very nice video.
Randy, while a hassle, the results will be worth the quieter operation while attaining higher CFM. And, it's a nice touch when it comes time to sell the home. Best, DFJ
Thanks Jay, this was extremely helpful after my extractor fan went "pop" this morning! New module on the way and I feel confident replacing it now after seeing your video :)
Great to hear! Let me know how it turns out. Best, DFJ
@@DirtFarmerJay All fitted and working fine again, thank you! It was a bit different from the model in your video but more or less the same. I found the builders had blocked the vent pipe with insulation so it's working a lot better now too!
Thanks Jay! Unfortunately I went in the attic twice before watching your video. You mentioned servicing the fan and so I added a few drops of oil to the bearings and the fan runs again! I'll be sure to watch a video first next time I try to do a diy home project.
Love it! Glad it worked out for you. Best, DFJ
Easy explanation, demonstration, and fan information for beginners. Thanks for uploading video!
Glad it was helpful!
Thanks Jay. You don’t have to get in attic to replace w a larger unit. (For Wife bath)I’ve just completed installing Costco light fan combo off 4ft ladder. It is several steps including widening hole w dremel , reading & making electrical connections, attaching larger dryer vent hose and pushing it through insulation whilst it falls in face etc etc.
Thanks very much though as I’m certainly using your method for my bath😊
@DirtFarmerJay - Thank you. Puting the new fan in took a little longer because only one side of the slots would go in. But everything you showed here was greatly helpful. I just followed it step by step and it worked. Thanks again!.
Excellent!
Jay, thank u. I just replaced the fan. Went to Home Depot, got the replacement and installed it following ur instructions.
Glad I could help! Congrats on getting this done so efficiently!
Followed your instructions and was able to replace in no time. Thank you so much for posting this video!!
Great to hear!
Thanks Joe! 👍👍
PLEASE! Be careful NOT to fall into the toilet when changing out the fan mechanism. (Ask me how I know ! ! ! ! )
Love it! Thanks for writing!
Oh wow! Thanks so much FarmerJay, i was stressing a bit about replacement until I watched this. Many, many thanks again!!
You're welcome!
Just ran across this randomly in my recommend tab. Our fan was rattling like crazy for the longest time & had no idea how to take it down plus clean it. But now I do! Thanks so MUCH! +1 Sub. ❤🤘
Excellent, Kismet! Glad to be of help. Best, DFJ
I've been holding off on this project for months .. So glad i found your video ! Thank you !
Glad I could help!
@@DirtFarmerJay Yours is the only one i've seen that shows about the 2 tabs on one side & 1 on the other.I spent more time hauling the short ladder up stairs than it took to replace the unit.I have subscribed & hit the bell .Great video !
Great info Jay. I had no Idea about the "removable trap door" for easy motor access.....Much appreciated.
Glad to help.
Thank you for the easy to follow explanation for fan replacement MR. J. I would also like to commend you on the crown detail in the washroom.It is an awesome look. Scott Tunney Ontario Canada
Thanks, Pat Swift! We like that look also, it's a pattern we intend to install in one of the other restrooms and we'll do a video when we do! Thanks for being a part of our viewer family! Best, DFJ
Jay thanks so much for posting this. The unit you removed is the same as the one I needed to replace. By being able to see where I would have been stuck. I did not install the old one and, when I did have issues
removing the old one, your video made it clear as to what was hanging up the removal. I am in your debt.
Glad to be of help, Thaddeus!
Good morning from Southeast South Dakota
Morning!
This video was beautifully done... Thank you so much.
Glad you enjoyed it, LessThanHandy! Thanks for writing. Best, DFJ
humidity n clear quality
Thank you. I will change my bathroom fan. I also saw your video on tools for checking if there is current. 😀
Great, Martha. Thanks for watching and writing! Best, DFJ
Thank You!!!! Had no ideal how to do it. Your video had my exact model, easy peasy!!! I'm subscribed now, lets see what else you can show me how to do. Thanks! Again!
Glad it helped!
Awesome video, very clear instructions and steps, I have a fan on the 2nd floor that takes about 30 seconds to start up (just moved into the house) and I was curious what was needed to service it, thank you!
Glad this helped, let me know how it turns out for you. best, DFJ
Great video! I think your presentation is wonderfully paced and your video was super informative! Thank you very kindly!
Glad you enjoyed it!
When replacing an old fan but especially in new construction, it's important to follow all instructions that come with the fan. For instance if the fan is to be placed over a shower or tub, the unit must be approved for such placement, and from what I've seen in the field, the instructions will require the fan to be powered from a GFCI protected circuit if placed over a tub or shower.
Well said. Thanks for the insight. Best, DFJ
Thank you so much
Had the same model and it was breeze following your instructions
Good to hear!
This was very helpful. I had to change out 4 of 5 of them, always assumed it was hard lol
Glad to be of help, Juan! I'm glad the work went well! Best, DFJ
thank you very much Sir, i live on a second floor apartment...and it was like listening to my dad for guidance! very grateful. :>)
Were you able to get it repaired? I hope it was helpful to you. Best, DFJ
Thanks Jay!
This is the only video I watched on the topic and successfully replaced my very own fart fan today because of it. Also added a dimmer switch for the lights and replaced the fan switch as well.
Many thanks again! If you accept BTC for tips I'd be happy to send some your way!
You're welcome! Glad that you were able to get this done. Your watching and then taking time to write is enough of a tip! Best, DFJ
Do you need to switch the house power off before replacing it?
@@Mutahdi_FollwOnlyQuran573 I didn't because the mounted housing was supplying the 2-wire 120v for the fan itself. I only broke the breaker when installing the new switches, it wasn't necessary to replace just the fan unit.
Had an older Broan and replaced it with a BKR60 kit. It has 2 frames, so you gotta pick the right sized one. Other than that, EZPZ swap.
Extra Thank You Jay. Ya did me good as I live in an apartment, and the maintenance guy only mickey mouse's everything he's supposed ta fix. Anyway uh I dun got rid of the Noise in there. Thank you again.
Glad to hear you got it taken care of. Best, DFHJ
This saved me so much time lol i was thinking i had to replace the whole housing for it as well
Glad to be of help! Best, DFJ
Just wanted to say Thanks. My vent fan motor replacement went well, except really dirty.
You're welcome! Thanks for writing. Best, DFJ
Thank You Jay I have a 1985 mobile home The bathroom fan just quit. i will find a place to buy replacement motors
Let me know how it turns out!
Very simple and pleasant to watch.
Glad you liked it! Best, DFJ
I know nothing about home repair and this worked! Thanks!
Great to hear!
Excellent video!!! However, I tested whether it was just dirt preventing the fan from blowing and cleaned it. After that didn't work, I cut the bathroom power at the fuse box first, so I wouldn't get electrocuted before touching the motor/housing area. Is that necessary?
Thanks for sharing your knowledge with us. Stuff like this would cost hundreds in a college or tech school.
Jack, thanks for your kind comments. We appreciate you being a part of our viewer family! Best Regards, DFJ
Try stuff
Very clear explanation. Good Job.
I'm glad to be of help. Best, DFJ
Excellent video straight to the point. I hade the exact one and just replace the fan and motor. Just like you did great help sir
Glad to be of help.
I’ll have to try this, for sure!
Just received an estimate for to replace three bathroom fans (2 in master bath and one in smaller guest bathroom; I already bought the fans - $450
Estimate seems higher than the fans!!!
Let me know how this turns out for you. Best, DFJ
@@DirtFarmerJay will do; I’m going to try doing it myself. 🤞
Thank you so much!!! My anxiety has just decreased by 1000
Thank you. Helped me replace mine. Simple instructions. 🎉🎉
Glad to be of help, Antonio!
Mine is over 20 years and I am sure it is caked in the fan, I keep outside vacuumed but didn't know how to get inside till now, ty
Let me know how it turns out for you. Best, DFJ
Thank you for sharing your knowledge and experience ❤👍
You are so welcome. Thanks for writing! Best, DFJ
i have a whole new unit in a box because this house is ooooolddd. i need a video for that in the attic.
I don't have an episode on that, and our house is about 20 years old, so we don't have that type of construction. You might try Bob Vila's website or simply do a browser search. Best, DFJ
Nice and simple video. Thank you this helped me a lot.
Easy to follow instructions, thank you Sir for taking the time to make this video.
You are very welcome.
Thanks Jay from The Sip /Missippi. I put a Nutone 110 CFM maybe 7 years ago and did the whole attic install. It has started to make some noise now and again but now it is quiet at the moment. Maybe I need to oil it. Wish I had this video years back . Access was the worst laying down 2x4s to have a place to get in there. I think the old one was a Nutone. Coulda been easy with your video. Thanks.
Good to hear from you Timothy. Yep, I'd take a shot at oiling the bearings using a needle oiler and see if you can get extended (quiet) life out of it. The best to you and yours - DFJ
Thanks Jay. Appreciate you.
Awesome video! Changed mine out in 5 minutes.
Nice work! Best, DFJ
Thanks for the video! It made changing our replacement fan a snap.
Glad it helped, I'm happy to hear you had a positive experience. Best, DFJ
Very well explained..Thank you for all your help. Hope you have a wonderful day.
Glad it was helpful!
You do a great job explaining things clearly. Thank you!
Glad it was helpful!
Thank you so much! My bathroom has a noise fan, I am thinking to replace with the Costco new fan, but afraid of the job.
Do you know if the size is standard? Can I replace with different brand?
Sorry for the slow reply! Each company has its own housing size and mounting arrangement, but it's possible that what you have will swap out with what you are going to get. If the two aren't compatible, then the existing housing will need to be cut out and replaced. That's a bigger job, but still doable. Work to minimize any damage to the ceiling so that you can't tell that a replacement has been made. I hope this helps! Best, DFJ
Thanks Jay, easy to follow and one more job ticked off my to do list.
Great to hear!
Wow, I had no idea this job was gonna be this easy. Thanks! New Sub and a thumbs up. I am def. gonna tackle this job. Our fan is from 1970 and is not doing a good job, as you can guess. lol
Thanks for the sub! Let us know how this turns out for you. Best, DFJ
Thanks but it is starting to look like not an easy job.The motor and fan are easy but when I checked to see what needs vacuuming I found out the fan does not vent anywhere. There isn't even a hose! The fan has been blowing into my attic and on the insulation all this time. I have a tight attic too but I will "get er done" @@DirtFarmerJay
@@geneland sorry to hear this! It looks like someone took a shortcut that day and you got the brunt of it. Best, DFJ