Steamy mirrors, peeling paint and mold send homeowners looking for a better bathroom fan. Here is how to win the job.
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Why this job sells
Moisture causes mold, peeling paint and bad smells. Many older bathrooms have no fan, a noisy one or one that vents into the attic.
Venting outside
Fans that dump moisture into the attic cause mold up there. Vent to the outside through roof or wall.
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Quiet fans
Low-noise fans are a top request. Show the noise rating.
Humidity sensors
Fans that turn on by themselves keep bathrooms dry even when people forget.
Fan with light or heater
Combination units are an easy upsell.
Attic access
Most installs require work in the attic. Price it in.
Electrical
New fans may need a new circuit or switch. Follow code.
Pricing
Flat price for replacements, more for new installs with new ducting.
Partners
Mold remediation companies, home inspectors and bathroom remodelers.
Getting started
Offer a flat-price fan replacement and list it on your website and Google profile with photos of the venting outside.
Common mistakes
Venting into the attic, using undersized fans and leaving gaps around the housing.
Example
An electrician listed a flat-price bath fan replacement on his website. Home inspectors started recommending him when they found fans venting into attics. Fan replacements became a steady weekday job that filled gaps between bigger projects.
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Frequently asked questions
Where should a bathroom exhaust fan vent?
It should vent outside through the roof or a wall, not into the attic, so the moist air does not cause mold and damage.