Bath Fan Replacement in 10 Minutes or Less!

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When the bathroom ventilation fan gets too noisy or stops working, you can replace it yourself in just a few minutes!
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If you live in your house for over 15 years or have bought a home that is over fifteen years old and still has the original bathroom ventilation fans, the time is coming when you’ll need to service or replace the bathroom vent fan.
When I was on home construction crews, these fans were called “stink fans” (or the less genteel “fart fans”). The reason is pretty obvious, but an incomplete description of the important work this fan accomplishes. Not only does it whisk away undesirable (that’s an understatement!) odors, but this device also removes moist air that occurs with showering and bathing, as well as steam coming from the sink when hot water is used. Unabated steam leads to condensation on the room’s surfaces, which can lead to in-wall moisture that can easily encourage mold and mildew. Not good.
As an aside, when running, the ventilation fan can also create “negative pressure” in a smaller bathroom, assuring that both humidity and offensive odors are not forced into the adjacent living areas.
If you think that lubricating the motor bearings is all that is in order, here’s a video from another “KZreadr” that can help you do that.
• Replace Your Bathroom ...
However, there will come a time when the unit has to be replaced. If the unit is 25 years or older, the housing may no longer be a standard size and both the housing and the fan will need to be replaced. Replacing an older fan is not the subject of this video. This is a more complex process many times simply because the parts in older units weren’t designed to be modular, allowing you to “swap out” components like newer models do.
Because of this, taking out a very old bath fan and putting in a new one is an extensive process, requiring access from the attic in most cases. If the old fan wasn’t properly vented to the outside of the home (not just into the attic - a real “no-no”), then that needs to be installed as well.
These units are rated in CFM (cubic foot per minute). The basic minimum ratio is that you need one CFM per square foot of floor space. The dimensions of our demonstration restroom are 5’ x 9’ = 45 sq. ft. So, a 45 CFM fan would be the minimum. The contractor installed a 50 cfm unit, so they were in specification.
If you need to remove the old housing and place a new setup, the new unit will have instructions and diagrams to accomplish this. As an example, here is a link to the installation guide for NuTone®’s 80 CFM HB80RL ventilation fan with integrated light.
www.broan-nutone.com/getmedia...
However, in THIS episode, we will feature the NuTone® 696N Ventilation Fan. This is one of the most common bath fans and has been in use for many years. This allows you to leave the housing, vent outlet, and electrical connection all intact, and simply “swap out” the motor/fan module - literally in minutes.
The basic steps are:
Remove the cover to the ventilator fan unit and set aside.
Unplug the fan motor from the plug.
Locate the mounting tabs of the motor/fan assembly.
Locate the inscribed directions in the unit telling you where to lift the component and where to push the housing side out to allow the motor/fan assembly to swing down from one side.
Remove the motor/fan assembly from the housing by swinging out the unit and having the component tabs release from the housing.
Clean the inside of the housing, and assure the damper is working properly on the duct outlet.
If servicing and not replacing the motor/fan assembly, then clean the unit, and lubricate the bearings with light oil. Don’t use WD-40® as it possesses only mild lubricating properties. Re-install the fan/motor assembly, plug it in, and replace the cover.
If you are replacing the motor/fan assembly, take the assembly to your favorite home/hardware store and find a match for your unit. They tend to be standardized. Our replacement unit came from Home Depot®: www.homedepot.com/p/Broan-NuT..., and cost about $17.
install the new assembly utilizing the mounting tabs. Assure that the tabs are securely attached! Plug the new unit into the outlet, and clean and replace the cover using the spring mounting clips.
To do this, you’ll need only basic tools and the skills you’ll learn from DirtFarmerJay as he demonstrates how to easily accomplish this home maintenance project. And, you didn’t need to hire someone to do it. You know you can JUST DO IT YOURSELF.

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  • @KMphotography
    @KMphotography3 ай бұрын

    Got an electrician bid to replace 3 ceiling fans for the bathrooms for $1,000! Followed your instructions and had it done in 30 minutes for $75 worth of fans. Thank you!

  • @DirtFarmerJay

    @DirtFarmerJay

    3 ай бұрын

    Glad to be of help! Sorry for the expenditures...

  • @vita4-life852

    @vita4-life852

    11 күн бұрын

    Can I ask where you got the fans for that price?

  • @DirtFarmerJay

    @DirtFarmerJay

    11 күн бұрын

    @@vita4-life852 Home Depot

  • @kathleen_00
    @kathleen_006 ай бұрын

    Im an older woman taking care of my mother in her home. Just us two women and things are beginning to fall apart. The first thing is the bath fan. I can't tell you how thankful i am for you. I actually did this fix myself! You made it so easy to follow and instructions clear even this old lady did it !! Thank you thank you. Gonna check out ur other vids now

  • @DirtFarmerJay

    @DirtFarmerJay

    6 ай бұрын

    Glad to be of help to you both! Thanks for writing and letting us know. Best, DFJ

  • @BeKind2AllKinds

    @BeKind2AllKinds

    5 ай бұрын

    Not “just women.” Women are perfectly capable of handling things and are arguably more resourceful.

  • @bassinbillRC5300

    @bassinbillRC5300

    5 ай бұрын

    ​@@BeKind2AllKindsNot all women.

  • @denisek8635
    @denisek8635 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much, Jay. This was so easy for me to replace with your easy-to-follow instructions. I would have been stuck on the "lift here and press here" to get the assembly down. This was such an easy and inexpensive fix. I am always in awe of people like yourself who take the time to make these videos for the rest of us. Thank you for saving me money by doing this myself.

  • @DirtFarmerJay

    @DirtFarmerJay

    Жыл бұрын

    Our pleasure, glad to be of help! Best, DFJ

  • @keithp6689
    @keithp66892 ай бұрын

    Excellent video! Jay did not lie: this was but a ten minute job for me (not counting the time taken to drive to Home Depot to get a replacement motor). I really do wish that all such "how to" videos were this well presented, and so clearly explained. Consider me a happy camper thanks to Jay!

  • @mr.baseball3880
    @mr.baseball3880 Жыл бұрын

    Thanks Jay-- You saved me $155 for an electrician to come and install a bathroom vent fan. Took me about an hour-- hardest part was getting all the dust out of the top of the fan vent before I installed the new one. Thumbs up!!

  • @DirtFarmerJay

    @DirtFarmerJay

    Жыл бұрын

    Glad to have been of help, Mr. Baseball! I'm glad you tackled it yourself! Best, DFJ

  • @melissay5362
    @melissay5362 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much! My husband just installed a new fan in our spare bathroom after watching your tutorial. It was super easy & your instructions were spot on! I just subscribed to your channel.

  • @ImSick0
    @ImSick011 ай бұрын

    Thank you for this video! I unknowingly bought this same fan at Home Depot for $21.98 today and thank GOD it fit.

  • @DirtFarmerJay

    @DirtFarmerJay

    11 ай бұрын

    Fantastic!

  • @FC_Dobbs48
    @FC_Dobbs48 Жыл бұрын

    You didn't mention the most important function of the bath fan in our house. That is to provide noise cover for the "toilet sounds" (farts, poop plops and puking noises).

  • @DirtFarmerJay

    @DirtFarmerJay

    Жыл бұрын

    "noise cover" - love it!

  • @zamanmd59

    @zamanmd59

    7 ай бұрын

    @@DirtFarmerJay 10:16

  • @georgealm27

    @georgealm27

    6 ай бұрын

    Lol I serioudly thought he was going to say that

  • @Bootchair

    @Bootchair

    6 ай бұрын

    It doesn’t get the nickname fart fan for nothing! 😂

  • @KGB-FSB

    @KGB-FSB

    3 ай бұрын

    Agreed, when It's time to drop the bunker busters, it's very very audible.

  • @johnmac62
    @johnmac62 Жыл бұрын

    Thanks! You made what I thought was going to be a bit complicated into a simple 10 minute job. Not sure if I'll tell my wife how easy it was. Now I have the day to play golf! :)

  • @DirtFarmerJay

    @DirtFarmerJay

    Жыл бұрын

    LOL, John! Glad to be of help. Best, DFJ

  • @progression_decibel
    @progression_decibel Жыл бұрын

    Great video! We have those SAME exact fans in all our bathrooms in our 2005-era home. They all work just fine but a tad noisy indeed. Will look to replace them using your guidance in the near future.

  • @julieabston3520
    @julieabston35203 ай бұрын

    I cleaned mine after 21 years!!! THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!

  • @brainwavestobinary
    @brainwavestobinary Жыл бұрын

    This video was very helpful and took a lot of the anxiety out of replacing the exhaust fan. And looking at what other videos you have on the channel, I feel like I may have discovered a gold mine of helpful DIY content. Thanks for what you do!

  • @DirtFarmerJay

    @DirtFarmerJay

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for watching and writing, Brainwaves!

  • @brianpottiebeardedchild

    @brianpottiebeardedchild

    4 ай бұрын

    Did you or should you turn off the electricity or is that not necessary for this replacement?

  • @brainwavestobinary

    @brainwavestobinary

    4 ай бұрын

    @@brianpottiebeardedchild So, the type of fan I replaced has the fan unit and the housing. The housing has the outlet that the fan unit plugs into. I found an exact replacement for the fan, so I didn't have to change/replace the housing - thus I didn't have to replace the outlet. Since all I needed to do was unplug the power cord for the unit, I didn't shut off the power. However, if I would have had to change the housing (and thus the outlet), I would have turned off the power. Sorry if that seems long-winded.

  • @tdubz1154
    @tdubz1154 Жыл бұрын

    A couple of other videos made this look WAY more complicated than it is. Our toilet room fan had been rattling for 6 months. Besides the cleanup I had to do after 11 years of use without maintenance, this took me all of few minutes to R2 with most of that time getting the ladder in and turning of the CB. Thanks for a great video tutorial!!

  • @drowildcat2960
    @drowildcat2960 Жыл бұрын

    Best video wish I did not have to watch 20 idiots that don't know what they're doing before I get to this guy that actually knows what he's doing and shows clear directions thank you

  • @DirtFarmerJay

    @DirtFarmerJay

    Жыл бұрын

    Glad it was helpful!

  • @markhalvorson4631
    @markhalvorson46314 ай бұрын

    Thanks for the video! It’s important to know that sometimes the new fan’s frame doesn’t fit the old housings. However, by removing the fan blade and unscrewing the nuts, one can put a new motor on an old holder that fits the housing.

  • @coled5090
    @coled50906 ай бұрын

    Very informative video. Another thing to keep in mind is these cheaper 50 CFM builder grade units usually only have a 3” diameter duct. When you get to the 80 CFM, 110 CFM or higher many of those use a 4” or even 6” diameter duct which lets you have the higher airflow with lower sone levels.

  • @DirtFarmerJay

    @DirtFarmerJay

    6 ай бұрын

    Great insights - Thanks!

  • @kelanne33
    @kelanne339 ай бұрын

    I just need to say a big THANK YOU!!! My husband and I don’t have dads to show us these things and this video was such a big help! We were so intimidated when we first opened the fan box and kept putting it off. I found your video a week ago and we finally replaced it! It literally took like 5 minutes. Thank you so much!!!!

  • @DirtFarmerJay

    @DirtFarmerJay

    9 ай бұрын

    Glad I could help!

  • @kmwrites7456
    @kmwrites74562 жыл бұрын

    You are one of the best with your instructions. Getting ready for a new fan myself.

  • @DirtFarmerJay

    @DirtFarmerJay

    2 жыл бұрын

    KM Writes, thanks for your kind comment. I hope your fan installation goes smoothly! Best, DFJ

  • @FaceInstitute
    @FaceInstitute Жыл бұрын

    Great video! Venting this fan output to the soffit will help with energy saving and attic moisture, enclose it and put in a flexible dryer pipe to the soffit. Also, Amazon sells a humidity switch that I installed near the ceiling that turns the fan on at a certain humidity level and turns it off 20 minutes after it drops. You can also use it as a fart fan by simply pressing the switch, it will turn off in 20 minutes. Works great.

  • @Theluckyonesss
    @Theluckyonesss Жыл бұрын

    Also, keeping good maintenance and cleaning will help the ventilation fan have a longer life. Just subscribed. Love the content. So many ppl need to learn how easy it is to do many tasks to take care of their home and apartments and you, sir provide that and with easy language.

  • @DirtFarmerJay

    @DirtFarmerJay

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks, Reinaldo! Welcome to our viewer family! Best, DFJ

  • @chrism2887
    @chrism2887 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much for this video. My bathroom fan recently died on me and will not turn on at all, but the other switches work fine. I'll see if it needs a good cleaning first before replacing it. This video is a massive help.

  • @alexsummers4985
    @alexsummers4985 Жыл бұрын

    Thanks! You just saved me a ton of time. I thought I had to replace the entire housing. Didn't realize it separated.

  • @DirtFarmerJay

    @DirtFarmerJay

    Жыл бұрын

    Glad our episode was helpful to you!

  • @jessduncan66
    @jessduncan668 ай бұрын

    Oh wow! Thanks so much FarmerJay, i was stressing a bit about replacement until I watched this. Many, many thanks again!!

  • @DirtFarmerJay

    @DirtFarmerJay

    8 ай бұрын

    You're welcome!

  • @choirmaster78
    @choirmaster78 Жыл бұрын

    Easy explanation, demonstration, and fan information for beginners. Thanks for uploading video!

  • @DirtFarmerJay

    @DirtFarmerJay

    Жыл бұрын

    Glad it was helpful!

  • @theedgeofoblivious
    @theedgeofoblivious11 ай бұрын

    You are awesome! This is such a good guide. Mine was caked with dust, so I had to do some prodding around under the dust in order to find the things you were mentioning, but I was able to find the right place to undo it and pop it out. I replaced it with a new one and it looks great and works beautifully now! Thank you so much!

  • @DirtFarmerJay

    @DirtFarmerJay

    11 ай бұрын

    Glad it helped! Thanks for taking time to write! Best, DFJ

  • @MM-wn5eh
    @MM-wn5eh Жыл бұрын

    OK you made this so easy thank you so much. It only took me 10 minutes. Also told my best friend whose fan broke three years ago and he kept thinking he needed to get into the attic to replace it and just put it off and when I showed him, he really only needed the middle piece and we did a video conference. I showed him how to take it out and then replace it. It took in no time. Thanks again you da man.

  • @boma2484

    @boma2484

    Жыл бұрын

    No hes not the man. He did the easiest fan possible. Most fans need to be cut out of the drywall and vented back through the attic

  • @Bear_83

    @Bear_83

    7 ай бұрын

    ​@@boma2484not that its east. Its standard most for 20 plus year homes. Like mines. I thought I had to change whole unit. And in my attic since it's a master bathroom it place toward the end where roof slop. I couldn't get my big ass over there.

  • @SmartAnlayst
    @SmartAnlaystАй бұрын

    Thanks a ton for this useful video - I was able to replace two bathroom fans on the same day in my house within no time by just following this video to remove the older fans and replace them with new ones. Saved me at least $150-$200 by not requiring me to hire an electrician for this work.

  • @DirtFarmerJay

    @DirtFarmerJay

    Ай бұрын

    Excellent! Glad to hear!

  • @DirtFarmerJay

    @DirtFarmerJay

    Ай бұрын

    Excellent! Glad to hear!

  • @SmartAnlayst

    @SmartAnlayst

    Ай бұрын

    @@DirtFarmerJay - subscribed o your channel to learn more from you, Sir!!! Also, you have such a simple and soothing way to present - love it!!! :-)

  • @thaddeuszamirowski6158
    @thaddeuszamirowski6158 Жыл бұрын

    Jay thanks so much for posting this. The unit you removed is the same as the one I needed to replace. By being able to see where I would have been stuck. I did not install the old one and, when I did have issues removing the old one, your video made it clear as to what was hanging up the removal. I am in your debt.

  • @DirtFarmerJay

    @DirtFarmerJay

    Жыл бұрын

    Glad to be of help, Thaddeus!

  • @diymk1
    @diymk19 ай бұрын

    Followed your instructions and was able to replace in no time. Thank you so much for posting this video!!

  • @DirtFarmerJay

    @DirtFarmerJay

    9 ай бұрын

    Great to hear!

  • @jamesrossmusic6013
    @jamesrossmusic601311 ай бұрын

    Thank you sir... Mine is the exact model you have except 70CFM. Because of you I was able to remove the old one and I will be picking up the new one at Home Depot tomorrow. Thank you Sir!

  • @DirtFarmerJay

    @DirtFarmerJay

    11 ай бұрын

    Glad I could help! How did it turn out? Best, DFJ

  • @weldtheory8894
    @weldtheory8894 Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the help!!! Great way to show and teach, and so much more love it .

  • @KismetBP
    @KismetBP Жыл бұрын

    Just ran across this randomly in my recommend tab. Our fan was rattling like crazy for the longest time & had no idea how to take it down plus clean it. But now I do! Thanks so MUCH! +1 Sub. ❤🤘

  • @DirtFarmerJay

    @DirtFarmerJay

    Жыл бұрын

    Excellent, Kismet! Glad to be of help. Best, DFJ

  • @sunmand6136
    @sunmand61366 ай бұрын

    @DirtFarmerJay - Thank you. Puting the new fan in took a little longer because only one side of the slots would go in. But everything you showed here was greatly helpful. I just followed it step by step and it worked. Thanks again!.

  • @DirtFarmerJay

    @DirtFarmerJay

    6 ай бұрын

    Excellent!

  • @noirtech8681
    @noirtech86815 күн бұрын

    I truly appreciate this video. My fan just stopped working and was looking at replacing it. This was super helpful!

  • @DirtFarmerJay

    @DirtFarmerJay

    5 күн бұрын

    You're welcome!

  • @kenb.9976
    @kenb.9976 Жыл бұрын

    Nice and simple video. Thank you this helped me a lot.

  • @katzkatcher
    @katzkatcher Жыл бұрын

    I've been holding off on this project for months .. So glad i found your video ! Thank you !

  • @DirtFarmerJay

    @DirtFarmerJay

    Жыл бұрын

    Glad I could help!

  • @katzkatcher

    @katzkatcher

    Жыл бұрын

    @@DirtFarmerJay Yours is the only one i've seen that shows about the 2 tabs on one side & 1 on the other.I spent more time hauling the short ladder up stairs than it took to replace the unit.I have subscribed & hit the bell .Great video !

  • @GPSjammer
    @GPSjammer Жыл бұрын

    This was going to be a $570 job for the local electrician. Sure glad you posted this video. Just ordered a replacement motor/fan assembly for $37 using the model number and Broan's part number insight. Hoping it works out and that it's not the wiring! Wires under the metal plate didn't seem to have any damage at least.

  • @DirtFarmerJay

    @DirtFarmerJay

    Жыл бұрын

    How is this coming along? Give me an update! Best, DFJ

  • @noelelnolo9642
    @noelelnolo964211 ай бұрын

    Jay, thank u. I just replaced the fan. Went to Home Depot, got the replacement and installed it following ur instructions.

  • @DirtFarmerJay

    @DirtFarmerJay

    11 ай бұрын

    Glad I could help! Congrats on getting this done so efficiently!

  • @tylergray9904
    @tylergray99045 сағат бұрын

    Outstanding tutorial start to finish. I watched your video and your instructions worked perfectly step by step. I needed the same fan you used in your video and paid $21 from amazon. Thank you

  • @DirtFarmerJay

    @DirtFarmerJay

    5 сағат бұрын

    Great to hear!

  • @CatFish107
    @CatFish1073 ай бұрын

    Ooh, this is such a relief to see how simple the modules come apart. The only one I've replaced was in an old commercial building on a pier, and that required going in the attic and unbolting a big fan and motor assembly. I was dreading something similar at home. (Working up motivation) Ok, I know what my adternoon looks lile! Thanks Mr. Farmer.

  • @DirtFarmerJay

    @DirtFarmerJay

    3 ай бұрын

    You're welcome! Let me know how it turns out!

  • @alonzoakbar6760
    @alonzoakbar6760 Жыл бұрын

    Great instructional video. Thanks for sharing. Changing mine today.👍🏾

  • @boma2484

    @boma2484

    Жыл бұрын

    Thats an easy fan to replace

  • @d3rylle
    @d3rylle Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much. This helped me with my bathroom exhaust fan. It was making a very loud noise when I turned the fan on. It had the same style spring clips on the cover, cleaned out all the dust, lubricated the fan bearing with some, Umbrella Corporation Unicorn Lube. Put the fan housing back, re connected electrical connector, put the cover spring clips back on and Fan works now with no bearing noise. So far so good, noise has not come back. But I will monitor to make sure that it doesn't come back. I'm happy that I didn't need to replace the fan motor at the moment. Just in case the noise comes back, I know how to service it and if the motor finally gives up the ghost, I found the replacement at my local home depot. Thank you again for this video, very helpful and informative.

  • @DirtFarmerJay

    @DirtFarmerJay

    Жыл бұрын

    I'm glad this was helpful to you. Best, DFJ

  • @pilgrim985
    @pilgrim985 Жыл бұрын

    Great video! I just bought my home 2 years ago but it was built in 1970. My bath fan definitely needs to be replaced but I don’t know the extent of it. At least now, after watching this video, I know what I’m doing and now, replacing it t will be a fun project, not a nightmare! Thank You!

  • @kristianlutenske95

    @kristianlutenske95

    Жыл бұрын

    How’d it go? I’m in the same boat😅

  • @pilgrim985

    @pilgrim985

    Жыл бұрын

    @@kristianlutenske95 I haven’t had a chance to get started with it because of several unexpected family emergencies.

  • @tamborabeer9313
    @tamborabeer9313 Жыл бұрын

    You the Man!!! Thank you kind sir. You're a life saver.

  • @AbsolutelyJason
    @AbsolutelyJason Жыл бұрын

    Great video! I think your presentation is wonderfully paced and your video was super informative! Thank you very kindly!

  • @DirtFarmerJay

    @DirtFarmerJay

    Жыл бұрын

    Glad you enjoyed it!

  • @patswift4259
    @patswift42592 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for the easy to follow explanation for fan replacement MR. J. I would also like to commend you on the crown detail in the washroom.It is an awesome look. Scott Tunney Ontario Canada

  • @DirtFarmerJay

    @DirtFarmerJay

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks, Pat Swift! We like that look also, it's a pattern we intend to install in one of the other restrooms and we'll do a video when we do! Thanks for being a part of our viewer family! Best, DFJ

  • @LessThanHandy
    @LessThanHandy2 жыл бұрын

    This video was beautifully done... Thank you so much.

  • @DirtFarmerJay

    @DirtFarmerJay

    2 жыл бұрын

    Glad you enjoyed it, LessThanHandy! Thanks for writing. Best, DFJ

  • @hardingnelson8942
    @hardingnelson89426 ай бұрын

    Easy to follow instructions, thank you Sir for taking the time to make this video.

  • @DirtFarmerJay

    @DirtFarmerJay

    6 ай бұрын

    You are very welcome.

  • @premsun
    @premsun Жыл бұрын

    Very handy video! Thank you for sharing!

  • @RealQuickComics
    @RealQuickComics2 ай бұрын

    Thanks digital dad! ❤

  • @DirtFarmerJay

    @DirtFarmerJay

    2 ай бұрын

    Love it!

  • @marthaandrade2585
    @marthaandrade25852 жыл бұрын

    Thank you. I will change my bathroom fan. I also saw your video on tools for checking if there is current. 😀

  • @DirtFarmerJay

    @DirtFarmerJay

    2 жыл бұрын

    Great, Martha. Thanks for watching and writing! Best, DFJ

  • @wolfeadventures
    @wolfeadventures Жыл бұрын

    And even more important than humidity and smell is masking the sounds that happen when someone is using the facilities. I’d like a good and super loud fan, which are hard to find nowadays.

  • @ChrisLT
    @ChrisLT11 ай бұрын

    366k views, meaning you've helped out a ton of people with such a simple video (myself included). Thanks!

  • @DirtFarmerJay

    @DirtFarmerJay

    11 ай бұрын

    Glad it helped! It seems there are a lot of people out there doing this repair and looking for a simple approach to it. Thanks for writing! Best, DFJ

  • @swankyspoon
    @swankyspoon7 ай бұрын

    I know nothing about home repair and this worked! Thanks!

  • @DirtFarmerJay

    @DirtFarmerJay

    7 ай бұрын

    Great to hear!

  • @richardfabrizio8998
    @richardfabrizio89983 ай бұрын

    Wow dirt farm. My fan was so noisy didn’t know how to fix it. Only thing mine had a sheet metal screw, once I removed that job was simple just like you said. Thanks you so much !

  • @DirtFarmerJay

    @DirtFarmerJay

    3 ай бұрын

    Excellent!

  • @gloriahahn2606
    @gloriahahn2606 Жыл бұрын

    thank you very much Sir, i live on a second floor apartment...and it was like listening to my dad for guidance! very grateful. :>)

  • @DirtFarmerJay

    @DirtFarmerJay

    Жыл бұрын

    Were you able to get it repaired? I hope it was helpful to you. Best, DFJ

  • @alwayssearching1882
    @alwayssearching18822 жыл бұрын

    Very simple and pleasant to watch.

  • @DirtFarmerJay

    @DirtFarmerJay

    2 жыл бұрын

    Glad you liked it! Best, DFJ

  • @psucsi4145
    @psucsi41452 жыл бұрын

    Replacing two bathroom light/fan units later this month with quieter and higher cfm features. Sadly this will require me to go up into the attic. Going to do the next owner a favor and install a non-attic access version. Very nice video.

  • @DirtFarmerJay

    @DirtFarmerJay

    2 жыл бұрын

    Randy, while a hassle, the results will be worth the quieter operation while attaining higher CFM. And, it's a nice touch when it comes time to sell the home. Best, DFJ

  • @soigne95035
    @soigne9503511 ай бұрын

    Fantastic video. Saved me a ton of time/$$ - and done in 10 minutes as described. Thank you!!!

  • @DirtFarmerJay

    @DirtFarmerJay

    11 ай бұрын

    Glad it helped!

  • @kurtak9452
    @kurtak94525 ай бұрын

    Great info Jay. I had no Idea about the "removable trap door" for easy motor access.....Much appreciated.

  • @DirtFarmerJay

    @DirtFarmerJay

    5 ай бұрын

    Glad to help.

  • @vic4him00
    @vic4him00 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you. Helped me replace mine. Simple instructions. 🎉🎉

  • @DirtFarmerJay

    @DirtFarmerJay

    Жыл бұрын

    Glad to be of help, Antonio!

  • @edwingomez5250
    @edwingomez52507 ай бұрын

    Excellent video straight to the point. I hade the exact one and just replace the fan and motor. Just like you did great help sir

  • @DirtFarmerJay

    @DirtFarmerJay

    7 ай бұрын

    Glad to be of help.

  • @theniche5079
    @theniche50794 ай бұрын

    Thank you soooo much! I have this exact fan and I'm sure I can replace mine no problem!

  • @johnd7904
    @johnd7904 Жыл бұрын

    Jay, That was a beautiful vlog. A work of art,

  • @DirtFarmerJay

    @DirtFarmerJay

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks, John.

  • @ShiverPlumbingTN
    @ShiverPlumbingTN Жыл бұрын

    Thanks Jay. You don’t have to get in attic to replace w a larger unit. (For Wife bath)I’ve just completed installing Costco light fan combo off 4ft ladder. It is several steps including widening hole w dremel , reading & making electrical connections, attaching larger dryer vent hose and pushing it through insulation whilst it falls in face etc etc. Thanks very much though as I’m certainly using your method for my bath😊

  • @ninabarron9999
    @ninabarron999911 ай бұрын

    Thanks Jay, easy to follow and one more job ticked off my to do list.

  • @DirtFarmerJay

    @DirtFarmerJay

    11 ай бұрын

    Great to hear!

  • @gocartracer95
    @gocartracer956 ай бұрын

    Very well explained..Thank you for all your help. Hope you have a wonderful day.

  • @DirtFarmerJay

    @DirtFarmerJay

    6 ай бұрын

    Glad it was helpful!

  • @luuvchrist1
    @luuvchrist1 Жыл бұрын

    Thanks, very helpful in replacing my fan!

  • @ericborden3974
    @ericborden3974 Жыл бұрын

    You do a great job explaining things clearly. Thank you!

  • @DirtFarmerJay

    @DirtFarmerJay

    Жыл бұрын

    Glad it was helpful!

  • @stevenfrost6545
    @stevenfrost654511 ай бұрын

    Perfect, couldn't have done this without your video. Happy viewer.😊

  • @DirtFarmerJay

    @DirtFarmerJay

    11 ай бұрын

    Thanks a lot! Glad to be of help. Best, DFJ

  • @leonardmorales746
    @leonardmorales746 Жыл бұрын

    GREAT AND SIMPLE VIDEO.... THANKS

  • @scodavis
    @scodavis3 ай бұрын

    Hi Jay - I just wanted to say THANK YOU for this video! I couldn't figure out how to snap out the old fan module because the contractors painted over the indication of where to push! Once I knew that secret, a quick trip to the hardware store and about five minutes and I have a working fan again. Thank you again!

  • @DirtFarmerJay

    @DirtFarmerJay

    3 ай бұрын

    You're welcome! I'm glad to hear it worked out so well for you. Best, DFJ

  • @juanpittman2802
    @juanpittman2802 Жыл бұрын

    This was very helpful. I had to change out 4 of 5 of them, always assumed it was hard lol

  • @DirtFarmerJay

    @DirtFarmerJay

    Жыл бұрын

    Glad to be of help, Juan! I'm glad the work went well! Best, DFJ

  • @NickBayus-ir3hq
    @NickBayus-ir3hq2 ай бұрын

    Thank-you! ...you made that look easy.

  • @tedeiel6758
    @tedeiel6758 Жыл бұрын

    Awesome video! Changed mine out in 5 minutes.

  • @DirtFarmerJay

    @DirtFarmerJay

    Жыл бұрын

    Nice work! Best, DFJ

  • @Jon-1919
    @Jon-19192 ай бұрын

    Thanks Jay, this was extremely helpful after my extractor fan went "pop" this morning! New module on the way and I feel confident replacing it now after seeing your video :)

  • @DirtFarmerJay

    @DirtFarmerJay

    2 ай бұрын

    Great to hear! Let me know how it turns out. Best, DFJ

  • @Jon-1919

    @Jon-1919

    2 ай бұрын

    @@DirtFarmerJay All fitted and working fine again, thank you! It was a bit different from the model in your video but more or less the same. I found the builders had blocked the vent pipe with insulation so it's working a lot better now too!

  • @theresafelix9382
    @theresafelix9382 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you! I can get this done easily now that I watched your video!!

  • @DirtFarmerJay

    @DirtFarmerJay

    Жыл бұрын

    Glad to hear it.

  • @LAWNandORDERTexas
    @LAWNandORDERTexasАй бұрын

    Nice video! :) Good job guys!

  • @jolebole-yt
    @jolebole-ytАй бұрын

    Thanks very much for your video. Helped with my motor replacement. Easier then I thought.!

  • @DirtFarmerJay

    @DirtFarmerJay

    Ай бұрын

    Glad it helped!

  • @honeybee8929
    @honeybee89293 ай бұрын

    Great video 😉 Thank you for sharing

  • @kevindoyle5768
    @kevindoyle5768Ай бұрын

    Thanks- great video!

  • @AndrewDaniele87
    @AndrewDaniele875 ай бұрын

    Awesome video, very clear instructions and steps, I have a fan on the 2nd floor that takes about 30 seconds to start up (just moved into the house) and I was curious what was needed to service it, thank you!

  • @DirtFarmerJay

    @DirtFarmerJay

    5 ай бұрын

    Glad this helped, let me know how it turns out for you. best, DFJ

  • @elliotn28
    @elliotn2824 күн бұрын

    Worked like a champ; thanks a million!

  • @DirtFarmerJay

    @DirtFarmerJay

    22 күн бұрын

    Glad it helped!

  • @user-ls1eg2qp1s
    @user-ls1eg2qp1s10 ай бұрын

    So helpful. Thank you!!! Saved the day for sure!

  • @DirtFarmerJay

    @DirtFarmerJay

    10 ай бұрын

    You're welcome!

  • @gabrielzorrilla3971
    @gabrielzorrilla3971Ай бұрын

    This video made replacing mine so easy, thank you 🙏

  • @DirtFarmerJay

    @DirtFarmerJay

    Ай бұрын

    You're welcome!

  • @Riva2025
    @Riva2025 Жыл бұрын

    Excellent video!!! However, I tested whether it was just dirt preventing the fan from blowing and cleaned it. After that didn't work, I cut the bathroom power at the fuse box first, so I wouldn't get electrocuted before touching the motor/housing area. Is that necessary?

  • @Troy-McClure81
    @Troy-McClure81 Жыл бұрын

    I worked plumbing at lowes here in Vegas for 8 years,there is 2 styles of this basic unit the Lowes version and Depot model,I would always sell the whole unit because it was 2$ Cheaper then the motor itself, crazy i know.Also Broan makes an upgrade grill now with light and speaker or light by itself and its simple as taking off old grate and snapping it in,quick upgrade and the speaker works surprisingly well.Great video btw

  • @DirtFarmerJay

    @DirtFarmerJay

    Жыл бұрын

    Good insights! Thanks for sharing and your kind words as well. Best, DFJ

  • @jbean9021

    @jbean9021

    8 ай бұрын

    It’s like a Bluetooth speaker? I’m also here in Vegas

  • @Troy-McClure81

    @Troy-McClure81

    8 ай бұрын

    @@jbean9021 yes it is ,I currently have in downstairs half bath it's very cool,only downside is default is regular light so Everytime you turn off light you have to adjust.But once you download app you adjust brightness,color,and the speaker isn't half bad it drowns out the fan motor.I included link for it below 👇 if you're interested

  • @MrMichaelPet

    @MrMichaelPet

    8 ай бұрын

    @@Troy-McClure81 i would love to get the link! i couldn't find it anywhere.

  • @Troy-McClure81

    @Troy-McClure81

    8 ай бұрын

    @@MrMichaelPet it is a available on the Ama Zon,type Broan Nu tone model Fg800Gbs

  • @yinhaowu
    @yinhaowu4 ай бұрын

    Very clear explanation. Good Job.

  • @DirtFarmerJay

    @DirtFarmerJay

    4 ай бұрын

    I'm glad to be of help. Best, DFJ

  • @markaddison3427
    @markaddison3427 Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the video! It made changing our replacement fan a snap.

  • @DirtFarmerJay

    @DirtFarmerJay

    Жыл бұрын

    Glad it helped, I'm happy to hear you had a positive experience. Best, DFJ

  • @gregmaxfield4405
    @gregmaxfield44052 жыл бұрын

    Thanks DFJ, Another very informative video. Straightforward presentation and advice. 🙂🚜🐻 Bear Queensland Oztralia

  • @DirtFarmerJay

    @DirtFarmerJay

    2 жыл бұрын

    Glad you enjoyed it, Greg. Thanks for being a part of our world-wide viewing family! Best, DFJ

  • @tecunumantonatiu4484
    @tecunumantonatiu4484 Жыл бұрын

    I found out the oiling it keeps it working longer, Because prevents it from Rusting from humidity Great tutorial thank you!!

  • @DirtFarmerJay

    @DirtFarmerJay

    Жыл бұрын

    Good insight on the maintenance aspect of this. What type of oil do you find to be the most effective? Best, DFJ

  • @noelelnolo9642
    @noelelnolo964211 ай бұрын

    Jay, very good information to include the fan motor. Thank u

  • @DirtFarmerJay

    @DirtFarmerJay

    11 ай бұрын

    Glad to help.

  • @rcp11202
    @rcp112022 ай бұрын

    Awesome vid🎉

  • @TheSQDoctor
    @TheSQDoctor Жыл бұрын

    Thank you, this was so helpful. Funny thing is that the replacement motor at Lowe's was $34, but the entire assembly, including the housing, was only $21.

  • @nixonwasframed

    @nixonwasframed

    11 ай бұрын

    I came here to say the say thing!!

  • @saidurrob

    @saidurrob

    11 ай бұрын

    I need to buy one. Thanks for the info!

  • @ocdtechtalk

    @ocdtechtalk

    11 ай бұрын

    Welcome to America where we throw things out instead of repairing them

  • @MrFragranceReview

    @MrFragranceReview

    10 ай бұрын

    @@ocdtechtalkYes because it’s only America. 🤦🏻‍♂️

  • @cliffe469
    @cliffe4698 ай бұрын

    Thank you for making this video - so helpful.

  • @DirtFarmerJay

    @DirtFarmerJay

    8 ай бұрын

    Glad it was helpful!

  • @CC_Marauder
    @CC_Marauder Жыл бұрын

    Saved to my Home Repair folder for future reference. TFS

  • @DirtFarmerJay

    @DirtFarmerJay

    Жыл бұрын

    Glad it was helpful - best, DFJ

  • @aja_6093
    @aja_609311 ай бұрын

    Thank you for sharing your knowledge and experience ❤👍

  • @DirtFarmerJay

    @DirtFarmerJay

    11 ай бұрын

    You are so welcome. Thanks for writing! Best, DFJ

  • @MalikChildish
    @MalikChildish8 ай бұрын

    This saved me so much time lol i was thinking i had to replace the whole housing for it as well

  • @DirtFarmerJay

    @DirtFarmerJay

    8 ай бұрын

    Glad to be of help! Best, DFJ

  • @slowfeetdonteat
    @slowfeetdonteat2 жыл бұрын

    Needed this, thanks

  • @DirtFarmerJay

    @DirtFarmerJay

    2 жыл бұрын

    Happy to help, Miguel. Best, DFJ

  • @ItsKeetyxD
    @ItsKeetyxD5 ай бұрын

    This was so helpful!! Thank you!!

  • @DirtFarmerJay

    @DirtFarmerJay

    5 ай бұрын

    Glad to be of help. Best, DFJ

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