Ceiling Fan Blade

Hardware · Moderate

Swapped blades fix wobble and noise when one cracks or warps. Blade arms and blade irons matter as much as the blade — match the set, not just the length.

Replacement cost

$8–$50

Typical lifespan

10 yrs

Maintenance

every 6 months

Tools you may need

Screwdriver
Step ladder
Breaker access

Steps

Kill the fan at the breaker and wait for full stop.
Remove the old blade and its iron (bracket); note the screw pattern.
Mount the new blade to the iron, then the iron to the flywheel.
Restore power, run all three speeds, and check for wobble.

Maintenance

Dust blades quarterly — imbalance builds wobble; re-snug blade screws twice a year. (Suggested interval: every 6 months.)

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