Ceiling Fan Surface Mount to Drop Mount

02-20-2010, 07:44 AM	#1
hbv2020 Newbie   Join Date: Jan 2009 Posts: 4	Ceiling Fan Surface Mount to Drop Mount I moved a fan from a house we just bought to one we are selling. I want to convert a surface mount to a drop mount, as ceiling is higher. Can I buy a kit to do this. I susupect I would have to add extensions to the wires.

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02-20-2010, 09:24 AM	#2
Jim Port Licensed electrician   Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Maryland Posts: 5,943	Ceiling Fan Surface Mount to Drop Mount You may be able to purchase a drop rod kit for your fan. Not all fans are convertible to drop installation. __________________ Answers based on the National Electrical Code. Local amendments may apply. Check with your local building officials.