Golden Rule Handyman

💡 Springfield, IL

Light Fixture + Ceiling Fan Installation in Springfield, IL

Light fixture swaps, ceiling fan installs, dimmer switches, smoke detectors — basic electrical work that doesn’t require a licensed electrician.

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What We Do

Common jobs we handle

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Light fixture swap

Pull the old, install the new — kitchen, bathroom, dining, foyer

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Ceiling fan install + balance

New fan install, blade balancing, light kit install, remote setup

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Bathroom + closet light install

Wall-mounted, ceiling-mounted, vanity bar replacements

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Smoke + CO detector install

Hard-wired or battery — replace 3-4 in one visit for a good rate

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Dimmer + smart switch install

Replace standard switches with dimmers or smart switches

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Outdoor light + motion sensor install

Front porch, garage, motion-sensor security lighting

Real Pricing

Typical project costs

Phone-quoted at $150 first hour + $75 each additional. Materials at cost + 20%.

Project Time Typical cost
Light fixture swap (1) ~1 hr $150 + fixture
Ceiling fan install (existing wire) ~1-2 hrs $150 – $225 + fan
Ceiling fan install (new wire run) ~2-3 hrs $225 – $300 + fan
Smoke detector install (3-4) ~1 hr $150 + detectors
Dimmer switch swap ~30 min – 1 hr $150 + dimmer
Outdoor motion light install ~1.5-2 hrs $150 – $225 + light
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What we DON’T do (we’ll refer you)

Panel work / breakers

Anything inside the electrical panel needs a licensed electrician. We don’t open panels.

🔌New circuit runs

Adding a new circuit, running new wire through walls for a new outlet — that’s electrician work and often needs permits.

🏠Whole-home rewiring

Major electrical work — we’ll refer you to a trusted licensed electrician partner.

🪜High ceilings (above 2 ladder steps)

Vaulted-ceiling fans, 2-story foyer chandeliers — we don’t use tall ladders for crew safety.

Need any of these? We’ll connect you with a trusted specialist partner.

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FAQ

Common questions

Are you licensed electricians?

No — we’re handymen who do basic electrical work that doesn’t require a license: fixture swaps, ceiling fan installs, smoke detectors, dimmer/smart switches, outdoor lights. Anything involving the panel, new wire runs, or new circuits needs a licensed electrician and we’ll refer you to a trusted local partner.

Do I need to provide the fixture or fan?

Easiest if you do — that way we know it’s exactly the style + finish you want. We can also pick one up for you (cost + 20%).

Can you install a ceiling fan where there’s no wiring?

Yes, as long as we can run wire from a nearby fixture or switch through the ceiling — about $225-$300 total. If there’s no nearby power and we’d need to cut into walls or run conduit, that’s an electrician job.

How do I know if I need an electrician instead of a handyman?

Quick rule: if it touches the panel, runs new wire, or needs a permit, call an electrician. If it’s replacing an existing fixture or device with the wiring already in place, we can do it.

Can you install a chandelier in my 2-story foyer?

No — for crew safety we don’t use tall ladders. High-ceiling chandeliers need a specialty crew with the right equipment. We can refer you.

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Ready to get it fixed?

Phone quote for small jobs. Free on-site estimate for bigger projects. Most jobs scheduled within 48-72 hours.

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