craigcoffman
craigcoffman t1_je9kkak wrote
Reply to comment by Callec254 in How do I resolve a ceiling fan and light fixture that are controlled by same switches. by Madams135
If installing a fan in an older home, 'two switches' requires installing a new box in the wall (for room for the second switch) & then running another wire from the switchbox to the fan (so as to have control over both fan & light independently). Most homeowner don't want o do this, so they hook it up like you see & then use the pull chains.
craigcoffman t1_je9f4gl wrote
Reply to How do I resolve a ceiling fan and light fixture that are controlled by same switches. by Madams135
Isn't there two switches on the fan itself? Pull chains typically. One turns the lights on/off, the other sets the fan speed & on/off.
craigcoffman t1_jdm5uf2 wrote
Reply to Caulk vs silicon sealant by Electronic_Honeydew1
Most caulks will do that if not painted. The siliconized stuff less so.
craigcoffman t1_je9kr23 wrote
Reply to comment by armorer1984 in How do I resolve a ceiling fan and light fixture that are controlled by same switches. by Madams135
That 'lazy p.o.s.' was probably the previous homeowner. They probably didn't have the know how or the determination to add a switch & run wire.