Ceiling Fans

On top of their aesthetic appeal, outdoor patio ceiling fans are a virtual necessity in Texas’ subtropical climate. A lot of the pergola questions that we get are regarding fan installation & the electrical requirements needed to have one installed.  Many homeowners who retain us to install a ceiling fan in a new patio cover rave about the fixture’s ability to make hot, humid summer days bearable. In fact, ceiling fans may dramatically increase the attractiveness of the spaces that they grace and they are easily installed into our insulated roof panels.

Although there are many different types of outdoor patio ceiling fans, most of these fixtures fall into one of two broad categories: damp-rated and wet-rated. “Damp-rated” outdoor patio ceiling fans are designed to withstand high levels of ambient humidity and can typically be used in a fully covered aluminum pergola or screen room. However, damp-rated fans cannot safely be exposed to running liquid water or rain which would be problematic for a pergola application.

It is important to note that many indoor ceiling fans, light fixtures and exterior appliances are not damp-rated. At Lone Star Patio Builders, we strongly advise against installing regular indoor fans in any sort of outdoor covered patio environment. Since hot air is capable of holding more moisture than room-temperature air, indoor-rated fans that are exposed to the heat of a Texas summer may fail prematurely.  We will also determine the electrical capacity of your circuit to make sure your new fan won’t cause an overload.

Homeowners who wish to install outdoor patio ceiling fans or other patio options in a partially covered space like a pergola, pool deck, or outdoor kitchen should opt for a “wet-rated” fan that can withstand rain and wind. These fixtures are completely sealed and can continue to operate in harsh outdoor environments for years on end.  We will discuss your mounting options.  Possible locations can include an existing or new exterior wall or even mounting directly onto your new columns.

We are a local Houston patio construction company.  Ceiling fan installation with our cedar outdoor covers, screen enclosures, pergolas and aluminum patio covers is a very common request. We have full accreditation from the Better Business Bureau and take care to use only the finest building materials and techniques. We have created inviting outdoor spaces for hundreds of homeowners across Texas and enjoy the support of dozens of repeat customers.

Lone Star Patio Cover & Enclosures in Houston, TX is your full service outdoor living contractor providing installation services in Houston, Katy, Sugar Land, Cypress, Conroe, The Woodlands, Pearland, Tomball, Magnolia, & League City.