Premium quiet fans
A premium quiet fan is built to run quietly. That makes it a good fit for a primary bath, or any bathroom near a bedroom, where an early shower shouldn't wake the house.
Bathroom Exhaust Fans
Bathroom Exhaust Fan Replacement
We replace bathroom exhaust fans in Mount Pleasant and Charleston homes and price the job from your photos before any work begins.
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- Standard and premium quiet fans
- Humidity-sensing fans
- Fan, light and heater combos
A flat, square grille on a bathroom exhaust fan.
SC License M118633
Master Electrical
Licensed & insured
Liability and workers' comp
No trainees, ever
Experienced electricians only
Not on commission
You approve the price first
One-year warranty
Workmanship, in writing
The short answer
Can you replace my bathroom exhaust fan?
Yes, we replace bathroom exhaust fans, and the new fan can be a standard, premium quiet or humidity-sensing fan, a fan and light combo, or a fan, light and heater combo.
Each upgrade answers a different complaint: a premium quiet fan for a loud one, a humidity-sensing fan for one nobody turns on, and the combos for a bathroom that needs light, or light and heat, from the same ceiling spot. The fan types section matches each one to the bathroom it suits.
Your price starts with a photo of the fan and the ceiling around it. Send it for a free photo quote, and we usually reply the same day. You approve the price before we start, and four cost factors set it.
Fan types
Which bathroom exhaust fan is right for your bathroom?
A standard fan is the right bathroom exhaust fan for a like-for-like swap; pick a premium quiet fan, a humidity-sensing fan or one of the combos when the bathroom needs quiet, automatic running, light or heat.
Humidity-sensing fans
A humidity-sensing fan turns itself on when the bathroom gets steamy, so it runs even when nobody remembers the switch. It's a good pick for a kids' bath, or any bathroom where the fan tends to stay off.
Fan and light combos
A fan and light combo is one ceiling fixture that works as both the fan and a light. It suits a bathroom that already has one, or a spot where you want the light and the fan in the same place. We replace old combos too, like the bathroom light and fan fixture in one of the reviews on this page.
Fan, light and heater combos
A fan, light and heater combo adds a heater to the fan and the light, so one fixture does all three jobs. It suits a bathroom that feels cold when you step out of the shower.
Not sure which fan to choose?
Send a photo of your fan with a quick note on what you'd like it to do better, and we'll help you pick a type and send a free photo quote. Or call the office to talk it over.
SC License M118633
Master Electrical
What we do
What a bathroom fan replacement includes
In homes across Mount Pleasant and the Charleston area, we take out the old bathroom exhaust fan and install the type you choose.
A fan replacement can also be paired with new recessed lighting. Over this shower, we replaced the old fan and four dark recessed cans with a new fan and four LED recessed lights.
- Standard, premium quiet and humidity-sensing fans
- Fan and light combos, and fan, light and heater combos
- Fans you've already bought
- Bathroom recessed lighting
Replacing a fan and light combo
An old fan and light combo can be replaced with a new one, so the bathroom keeps its light and its fan in one fixture. Want heat too? A fan, light and heater combo can take its place.
Like-for-like or an upgrade
A standard fan is the simplest swap. A premium quiet fan, a humidity-sensing fan or a combo is an upgrade, and we price whichever you choose up front.
Signs it's time
When is it time to replace a bathroom exhaust fan?
It's time to replace a bathroom exhaust fan when the fan itself has stopped running, when it has gotten loud, when its grille has rust or caked-on buildup, or when you remodel the bathroom. A fan that runs quietly and looks clean can stay.
It has stopped running
A fan that won't start, or starts only some of the time, is the most obvious sign. The fan isn't always the problem, though: when the switch or the wiring is at fault, troubleshooting finds it. Troubleshooting is billed hourly until the fault is found, and then the repair is quoted up front.
It has gotten loud
A rattle or a hum the fan didn't use to make is a good reason to replace it. If the old fan was never quiet to begin with, a premium quiet fan is one option.
Rust or buildup on the grille
Regular cleaning reduces the risk of rust from buildup on a bathroom exhaust fan. A grille that's already rusted or caked with buildup is a reason to replace the fan.
You're remodeling the bathroom
When the bathroom is being remodeled, the fan, the lights and the outlets can all change in the same project. As part of our wiring for remodels, we move outlets, switches and wiring to fit the new layout.
A neglected exhaust fan grille: rust streaks, peeling paint and lint caught in the slots.
Lowcountry bathrooms
What bathroom fan works best in a humid climate?
A humidity-sensing fan works best in a humid climate, because it turns itself on when the bathroom gets steamy. That matters in the Lowcountry, where the humid coastal climate keeps a bathroom fan busy. If you'd rather have a premium quiet fan or a combo, compare the other fan types.
Cleaning a bathroom exhaust fan twice a year helps it last longer and run better, and reduces the risk of rust from buildup; the steps are in our list of checks you can do between visits and in our post on homeowner maintenance and safety tips.
Pricing
What affects the cost of replacing a bathroom exhaust fan?
The cost of replacing a bathroom exhaust fan depends on four things: the fan you choose, whether it fits the old fan's spot in the ceiling, how easy the space above the ceiling is to reach, and who supplies the fan. They differ for every bathroom, so we don't publish a flat price.
The fan type
A standard, premium quiet or humidity-sensing fan, a fan and light combo, or a fan, light and heater combo.
Fit in the ceiling
Whether the new fan fits the spot in the ceiling where the old fan was. Your photos help us check.
Access above the ceiling
How easy it is to reach the space above the bathroom ceiling, such as an attic. Tell us in your note if there's an attic over the bathroom.
Who supplies the fan
Whether we supply the new fan or you supply one you've already bought, which changes what the quote covers.
Already bought the new fan? Include its box or label in your photos for a free photo quote.
How it works
From photos to a new bathroom fan
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Send photos
Photograph the fan and the ceiling around it, plus the box or label of a fan you've bought. We usually reply with a price the same day.
2
Approve your quote
Nothing gets scheduled or started until you say yes. Our electricians aren't paid on commission, so no one is selling you work you don't need.
3
Request your appointment
Once you approve the quote, the office reaches out to schedule the work. Or book it yourself online: we give you a Job Level to use with Request your appointment.
4
The replacement
An experienced electrician, never a trainee, takes out the old fan and installs the new one. Installation work carries a one-year workmanship warranty, written on your contract, and a fan you supply carries only its manufacturer's warranty.
Need us to see the bathroom first? Call or email the office to set up an in-person consultation. The fee varies by location and is credited toward the work if you hire us.
Reviews
What our customers say.
Two of these Google reviews mention bathroom fan work. The other two describe how the team handles a job, small ones included.
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★★★★★
Google rating
★★★★★
“I heard about Gloudeman Electric on Yelp and based upon good reviews, gave them a call. I needed to have a water heater wired properly, a bathroom exhaust fan replaced, and a malfunctioning porch light resolved at a Property we’re preparing to rent. Carlos and Andrew were prompt, on time and did a great And professional job! I’m very pleased and happily can recommend them!”
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Dena H.
Google review · Bathroom exhaust fan replaced
★★★★★
“Glouderman Electric came to my attention, highly recommended, by way of our local NextDoor web site. … Andrew arrived promptly and finished the replacement of a bathroom light/fan fixture In short order. He was very courteous and professional and completely cleaned up the job area on completion. …”
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Robert R.
Google review · Bathroom light and fan fixture replaced
★★★★★
“They were wonderfully communicative and on time. They sent multiple (but not too many) texts letting me know if the planned appointment time. One of the most challenging issues, especially if you have a relatively small job, is finding someone reliable who does good work and who comes when they say they will! Gloudeman Electric did all three. Highly recommend! They will be our go-to electricians from here on!”
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Suzanne W.
Google review · Reliable on a small job
★★★★★
“Required work was carried out efficiently and professionally by knowledgeable and experienced electricians.”
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Jennifer M.
Google review · Experienced electricians
Reviews are shown word for word from our Google profile. We're also a Nextdoor Neighborhood Favorite.
FAQ
Bathroom exhaust fan questions, answered.
Still have a question?
Call or text the office Mon to Fri, 9 to 5, or email us anytime.
How much does it cost to replace a bathroom exhaust fan?
Four things set the cost of replacing a bathroom exhaust fan: the fan type you choose, whether the new fan fits the old fan's spot in the ceiling, how easy it is to reach the space above the ceiling, and whether we supply the fan or you supply your own. We price each replacement on its own instead of publishing a flat price. Send a few photos for a free photo quote.
Do I need an electrician to replace a bathroom exhaust fan?
Yes. A bathroom exhaust fan is wired into your home's electrical system, and as our post on handyman electrical mistakes puts it, electrical projects "should always be handled by a licensed electrician." That includes a straight swap, because replacing the fan means disconnecting the old fan's wiring and connecting the new one.
What's the difference between a humidity-sensing fan and a standard fan?
A standard fan runs when you flip its switch, while a humidity-sensing fan turns itself on when the bathroom gets steamy. If showers often end with the fan still off, a humidity-sensing fan takes care of that.
Can you replace a bathroom fan that has a light in it?
Yes, we replace fan and light combos, and we install fan, light and heater combos too. An old combo can be replaced with a new fan and light combo, or with a fan, light and heater combo if you'd like heat as well.
How often should I clean my bathroom exhaust fan?
Clean your bathroom exhaust fan twice a year, as our post on homeowner maintenance and safety tips recommends. Turn off the circuit breaker for the fan first. Then clean the fan with a soft cloth and warm, soapy water, and let it dry thoroughly.
Can you add an exhaust fan to a bathroom that doesn't have one?
Our bathroom fan service replaces existing fans, so for a bathroom with no fan, send photos first and we'll tell you whether we can add one. Include the spot on the ceiling where you'd like the fan.
Can I buy my own fan and have you install it?
Yes, customer-supplied fans are welcome, and a fan you buy yourself carries only its manufacturer's warranty. Tell us the fan's make and model when you send photos, and we'll quote the installation.
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Is your bathroom fan loud, rusty or dead?
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