What do I do if my ceiling fan pull chain gets stuck?
I’m not sure what happened, but suddenly this morning the pull chain to my ceiling fan got stuck. Now, I can’t turn my fan on. What should I do if my ceiling fan pull chain is stuck?
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Oh no! I’m sorry to hear that you can’t use your ceiling fan. Stuck pull cords are a very common issue with ceiling fans, and usually, it is the result of the switch within the fan’s housing getting jammed.
The best solution for a stuck ceiling fan pull chain is to replace the switch system. While it may sound like a scary task, a professional can often repair it for about $80 to $100. There are also some ways to get the replacement done on your own, but as this procedure involves fiddling with electrical wires, it’s always safer to leave it to the pros.
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