How do i change a bathroom exhaust fan?
Excess moisture in the bathroom can condense on electrical fixtures and become a danger, or cause wallpaper to peel and become a nuisance. If left unchecked, peeling wallpaper will eventually lead to water damaged drywall or mold. Either way, a properly functioning exhaust fan is a must, so if yours does wear out, take 10 minutes and pop in a replacement.Get a Look InsideRemove the vent cover. The most common type is one that requires you to work your fingers under the edge of the slatted, plastic cover that sits flush against the ceiling. It should drop down a few inches, exposing two spring-loaded clips. Squeeze each one and pull them from the mounting slot on the fan housing. A common sticking point on this type of cover, so to speak, is when a lazy painter (probably you) painted in the edges, effectively gluing the cover in place. If this sounds familiar, some careful scoring with a utility knife can help to prevent a necessary patching job later.Try Resurrecting the Fan You HaveDe
