Mold and mildew can build up if you do not have a properly running exhaust fan in the bathroom. The room's design should allow the steam from showers and baths to be pulled up through the fan. While fixing the fan takes a little time and effort, it sure beats trying to clean up from the mildew and smell that accumulate without the fan. Does this Spark an idea?
Instructions
1. Cut off the electricity to the bathroom before you begin touching the fan or doing any kind of work. Even if you aren't going inside the motor right away, you never know when the problem can turn out to be a design flaw or a loose wire.
2. Remove the cover of the exhaust fan, carefully saving the screws. If the cover has been painted over, loosen it carefully with a putty knife or screwdriver. Be careful not to pull the sheet rock out when you begin pulling.
3. Visually inspect the fan before you begin any further actions. Again, you might be able to see a loose wire and reconnect it, saving money on replacing parts, as well as further aggravation.
4. Unplug and pull out the exhaust fan if you cannot see any problem immediately. It should come loose with just a little pressure. Make sure all screws have been loosened. If there is a bulb in the fan housing, make sure bulb is cool before removing.
5. Bring the motor with you to the hardware store to make sure you get a replacement that will fit in your housing. If you find the correct size, if not the exact model, you can save the hassle of redesigning the bathroom to install a new fan-housing unit.
Tags: before begin, loose wire, make sure
