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How Do You Clean A Bathroom Fan

How Do You Clean A Bathroom Fan

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One of the most neglected spaces when it comes to cleaning a bathroom is the fan. Having a clean, functional fan can lessen bathroom odors, as well as combat mold and mildew growth. These issues can become a health hazard if left unattended for too long.[1] By cleaning your fan around every 6 months, you will be able to remove built up dirt before it becomes a problem.

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    Turn off the power. Before you do anything else, ensure that the fan is turned off and cannot turn back on until you are finished cleaning it.[2] Most models will have a plug that is located directly behind the cover. You could remove the cover first and unplug the fan, but just to be safe, go and temporarily pull the breaker for your bathroom. The fan is now safe to work on.

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    Remove the cover. Dust will fall when the cover is removed. To avoid the dust, position your stepladder such that you can reach the cover, but are not standing directly below it. Most covers will have 2 prongs on opposite sides holding it in place, others just need to be unscrewed. Remove the cover by pressing these prongs in or removing the screws, then set the cover aside.

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    Remove the fan. Unscrew the assembly that is holding the fan in place, then very gently remove the fan. Be careful not to drop the fan or hit it on the side of the exhaust pipe as that could potentially chip the fan blades. Broken fan blades will cause the fan to be louder and less effective.[3]

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    Clean the cover and fan. Start by vacuuming off the majority of the built up grime on both the cover and the fan. Then dip a rag, preferably a microfiber cloth, in soapy water and use it to wipe up the remaining dust. Be as thorough as you can, you will probably not do this again for a while.

    • You can let the cover soak in a tub of hot soapy water, but the fan should be wiped by hand to avoid getting water on the motor assembly or plug.
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    Vacuum the exhaust pipe. Use a crevice or brush attachment and vacuum off the inside of the exhaust pipe. If you can reach, also use your rag or cloth to wipe off what the vacuum could not get.

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    Vacuum the external exhaust port. This can be done later once the entire process is finished, but at some point you should go outside and find the exterior vent for your bathroom fan. Depending on where the bathroom is located, this vent will either be on the roof or the side of your house. Bring a damp rag to wipe off any dirt that has built up on the other end of your exhaust pipe.

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    Wipe and vacuum the fan housing. If your fan had an accessible plug, be careful not to get any water inside the outlet. Doing so could result in electrocution or short circuit the fan when you plug it back in.[4] Therefore, use a dry rag to wipe off the fan housing, then vacuum up any remaining dust or debris.

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    Put the fan back in place. Before reinstalling the fan, make sure that you cleaned off all the dust from in between each of the blades and dried it thoroughly. Carefully reinsert it into the exhaust pipe and screw the bracing back into place. Use your fingers and spin the fan around a few rotations to make sure that it is not rubbing against anything.

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    Turn the power back on. Plug the fan back into the outlet and reset the breaker for your bathroom. The fan is now dangerous again, so do not touch it or continue to clean it after this point.

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    Reinstall the cover. Once the cover has dried, either screw it back in or bend the prongs until the cover snaps back into place.

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    Test the fan. Turn the fan on again to make sure everything works as normal. The fan should be quieter than it was before and provide a higher amount of air flow.

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  • Question

    How do you unplug a bathroom fan?

    Michelle Driscoll, MPH

    Michelle Driscoll is the Owner of Mulberry Maids based in northern Colorado. Driscoll received her Masters in Public Health from the Colorado School of Public Health in 2016.

    Michelle Driscoll, MPH

    Founder, Mulberry Maids

    Expert Answer

    Many fans will have a plug directly behind the cover. However, to be safe, you can always turn off the power by pulling the breaker for your bathroom.

  • Question

    How long should you leave the fan on after a shower?

    Michelle Driscoll, MPH

    Michelle Driscoll is the Owner of Mulberry Maids based in northern Colorado. Driscoll received her Masters in Public Health from the Colorado School of Public Health in 2016.

    Michelle Driscoll, MPH

    Founder, Mulberry Maids

    Expert Answer

    In order to fully clear all humidity from the air, you should leave your bathroom fan on for at least 20 minutes.

  • Question

    How do I clean grease off my extractor fan?

    Michelle Driscoll, MPH

    Michelle Driscoll is the Owner of Mulberry Maids based in northern Colorado. Driscoll received her Masters in Public Health from the Colorado School of Public Health in 2016.

    Michelle Driscoll, MPH

    Founder, Mulberry Maids

    Expert Answer

    If you are able to remove the fan, you can do so and submerge it in soapy water. However, many fans are not fully removable. If so, you will need to carefully use soapy water and a sponge to clean off the grease stains. Vinegar also works well to break down the grease.

  • Question

    My family and I live in an apartment in Michigan. When it is windy, dark flakes come out of the air vent (where the ceiling fan is). Can the dark flakes cause health problems? What are the particles?

    Michelle Driscoll, MPH

    Michelle Driscoll is the Owner of Mulberry Maids based in northern Colorado. Driscoll received her Masters in Public Health from the Colorado School of Public Health in 2016.

    Michelle Driscoll, MPH

    Founder, Mulberry Maids

    Expert Answer

    If particles are coming into your bathroom, you may need to have a roofer replace your fan. Vent fans should have a backdraft flap and an insect screen. There is a chance this is not longer intact, and you are getting debris coming into your house from the outside. This shouldn't be a big job, but you want to ensure the sealing is done correctly, as you do not want to risk any water damage.

  • Question

    My vent fan is in the bathroom and connects to the outside wall. It is very old and is made of metal and coated with rust. It smells old and of cigarette smoke. I have wiped it when I can, but I still can't get rid of the smell. What can I do?

    Community Answer

    Windex with ammonia or just ammonia will get rid of that smell and staining almost instantly.

  • Question

    My fan has stopped working. Do I need to clean the tube?

    Community Answer

    It wouldn't hurt, and clean everything else, while you're at it. Shove a vacuum's hose into the tube as far as you can to remove as much debris as possible.

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  • Clean the fan before you clean the rest of the bathroom. Dust and grime will fall when you take down the fan, so it saves time if you do not have to clean the bathroom a second time.

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  • Make sure that the fan is off before you touch it. There is no reason to get electrocuted or lose a finger in this process. Either unplug the fan when you remove the cover or temporarily pull the breaker for the bathroom while you are cleaning it.

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Things You'll Need

  • Stepladder
  • Screwdriver
  • Vacuum
  • Microfiber cloth or rag
  • Bucket of soapy water
  • Dry towel

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To clean a bathroom fan, start by pulling the breaker to your bathroom so the power is off. Then, take off the cover over the fan by pressing in the prongs on the sides or unscrewing it, and carefully unscrew and pull out the fan behind it. Next, vacuum up any dust and grime on the cover and fan, and then vacuum inside the exhaust pipe and over the external exhaust port. Finally, wipe down the cover and fan with soapy water, and reinstall the fan in the wall. For more tips from our Cleaning co-author, like how to hook your fan back up, read on!

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