How To Install A Bathroom Exhaust Fan

How To Install A Bathroom Exhaust Fan - Broan 688

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In this video I will be showing you how to install a bathroom exhaust fan. In this case I will be showing you how to install a broan 688 exhaust fan step by step. This bathroom exhaust fan installation consists of using duct tape, flex duct, and 12/2 wire.
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@TheExcellentLaborer 2 жыл бұрын

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@dawnolivo9645 Жыл бұрын

I don't see the clamp in your Amazon linked store you referred to in the video?

@eh5295 4 ай бұрын

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@s2f-spiritualfinancialfree785 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much most youtube videos show how to “replace” but not how to install exhaust fan on a bathroom that never had one! 🙏🏾🙌🏾🤞🏾 no I feel confident to go to mine 😊

@ZukSammoron88 3 ай бұрын

You’re the best! You can tell you have a heart of a teacher Thank you for doing these videos, they have helped me a lot with our remodel.

@fimbulvetr2 2 жыл бұрын

Had the exact same fan, this is what I need. Mine is side mount in a basement bathroom, this fan is rated for side mount, pretty cheap too.

@BMWE90HQ 4 ай бұрын

This was informative but I would like to see this on old work.

@RD-sl8yl Жыл бұрын

Super detailed!!! Couldn’t ask for a better video!! On to my install!! Thanks.

@FreeFreePLSTINE 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this. It was very helpful. Keep up the good work

@BBQLord. Жыл бұрын

I just installed one and thx to you it went smooth. Thx!

@TheExcellentLaborer Жыл бұрын

That is great to hear. A little knowledge DIY projects are pretty straightforward. Good luck with the rest of your projects!

@supersonic1402 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the important detailed side notes from what is/are not specified on the installation instructions.

@TheExcellentLaborer 2 жыл бұрын

You are welcome! I noticed a lot of videos leave out details. Thanks for watching!

@supersonic1402 2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely, they assume we are all builders. Thanks.

@cindymillford1705 2 жыл бұрын

I love your videos!! Thank you for doing them!!

@TheExcellentLaborer 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot Cindy! I’m glad you like them. I try to upload at least twice a week. Stay tuned!

@gilbertobernal8738 2 жыл бұрын

Exelentisimo just what I need thank you for your help

@blackhorse2947 6 ай бұрын

Great information and demonstration………Thank you

@stevenzavalajr8081 2 жыл бұрын

Your vids are awesome. I work in maintenance for a timeshare property been doing it for about 5yrs and do a few side jobs ur vids are helpful keep them coming .👍🏽😎

@TheExcellentLaborer 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot for the comment! I will be sure to keep the contact rolling. Stay tuned!

@robertomorado 10 ай бұрын

Thank you! this is what i needed!

@ladaroot 2 жыл бұрын

You are awesome 👌. I was able to remove my old rust Broam 688 motor and all. Thanks

@TheExcellentLaborer 2 жыл бұрын

Glad I could help!

@michelletraylor 2 жыл бұрын

How can I remove this style fan, when it’s screwed tight to the above floor joist? I almost have it removed but the housing won’t budge. Is my only option, to cut into my ceiling?

@lh98 2 жыл бұрын

If installing it in attic space wouldn’t using insulated duct be more appropriate because of the cold attic environment? Band clamps or screws holding the ducting on then tape wrap is better. My question is: would it be better to oversize a fan a bit because I often find myself running my bathroom fan at least 20 minutes after my shower to help dissipate the moisture build up during the shower that it couldn’t keep up with?

@surrealartisan4625 2 ай бұрын

Is that a dedicated 12/2 wire? I have a bathroom fan that calls for 14 AWG and just wondering if exhaust fans need to have a dedicated wire or can it be spliced off of an outlet

@vincev8471 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Josh, LOVE your videos. I have installed two similar Broan fans in my build and one has a heater, the other just exhaust. I am planning on SEVERAL inches of blow in cellulous insulation after the ceiling goes in. Do cover yours with insulation, do you build a protective box around your fan.... mine is IC rated but I am worried about the fan with the heat unit. Should I build a protective foam box around it or bury it with blow in insulation.??? Thanks!!

@86diggler 2 жыл бұрын

When stripping the wire I recommend just cut at the very end, and then pull back on one wire to split the yellow jacket back to the wire entrance. This way you don't risk cutting into the wire with your blade.

@francocano6812 Ай бұрын

Thank you for this helpful video, you’re awesome 👏🏼

@TheExcellentLaborer Ай бұрын

You are welcome! I’m glad you found this video helpful!

@Christianwarrior2014 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Josh! Thanks for the awesome video! I had a question. Is there a code on having the flexible duct sloped or not really. Mine I installed not sloped. Thanks man! GOd bless!

@ksreddy Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the great video. Can you please put the link for the external unit you used that opens when the air goes out.

@dianapelt3545 2 жыл бұрын

If this fan was temporarily(two days) being mounted on a wall could you bypass the internal ‘outlet’ and the wiring by plugging it directly into a gfci outlet on the wall ?

@JoseNLopez-up8tx 2 жыл бұрын

Saludos bendiciones Josh gracias x exelente video. Muchos calurosos abrazos a la familia 🇬🇹🙏

@TheExcellentLaborer 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Jonathan! I hope all of your projects are going well. Appreciate you watching!

@franco59able Жыл бұрын

Great video!

@ericmitchner5339 Жыл бұрын

Thx for the video. It was the answer to my scenario. Not ce Nicey Man👍💪

@jenjen7558 8 ай бұрын

Thank you!! ❤

@GuyLaBella 4 ай бұрын

Great video! except where on the house do you exhaust??? Can the flex tubing go below the level of the fan and out the side of house ? Should it stay above the level of fan and out from the roof? Which would require a different vent cap. Thank you for your response

@weekendhomeprojects 2 жыл бұрын

Nicely done!

@TheExcellentLaborer 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I’m sure you have done a fan or two in your time. Thanks for the comment!

@denisefarrell7786 7 ай бұрын

Excellent video…

@jaimedpcaus1 6 ай бұрын

Excellent 👌

@springwellssw 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much

@Jason23P Жыл бұрын

have a question, my curtain bathroom exhaust is the same size as this one but the duct is on the opposite side? is the duct moveable to the other side? thanks!

@nancyjenzano3686 2 жыл бұрын

How do you turn the fan on & off? Do you have a video showing how to run this to a wall switch?

@cherylviernes7047 Жыл бұрын

Where on my bathroom fan would I find the model number so I know which one too buy. Thank you for sharing.

@AngelZuniga831 Жыл бұрын

How much length can the bathroom vent duct be away from the vent?

@bryanwilmot878 2 жыл бұрын

Do you have a video of installing one with a light in it as well?

@cristian9955ify Жыл бұрын

It's pretty much the same it will have an extra black wire or blue and connect them together. Or if you want to run a separate wire and have a switch just for the light than connect the blue to the new wire.

@TheBruunz 27 күн бұрын

Thanks for the video. it helped me

@TheExcellentLaborer 27 күн бұрын

You’re welcome. I’m glad I could help!

@Alycanj 6 ай бұрын

this must be the cheapest builder favorite have a few of these in the house, I hate that plastic cover is a dust magnet and not good air flow, ty for the video

@squid148 Жыл бұрын

Don’t let the keyboard experts bother you. Great video I used your video step by step when I installed mine. Thanks for sharing!

@billmitchell5805 Жыл бұрын

think you should have had insulated flex ductwork if it's in the attic?

@aishajamil2042 Жыл бұрын

I’m doing a replacement and the black circular thing is on the wrong side for my wall. I can’t put it in. Any tips? Can I remove it?

@fisforfriendship6093 Жыл бұрын

hmm why not just use hose clamp on the duct

@chrisb9960 Жыл бұрын

I moved into a house with a downstairs bathroom. Noticed that the ceiling fan isn’t connected to a flex duct or obviously a vent. Any tips on how to run it to the outside? My guess is to stay away from the top two two block courses on the basement wall and punch through the third. Is it okay to punch through the second course or stick with my gut?

@andrewjochum4814 2 жыл бұрын

Always enjoy your excellent videos Josh. In my opinion, they are the best on the Internet for this type of work. I too wish you would supplement this by adding how to connect the same fan with a light. I have in my hand the Broan connections for the combo unit. It has the two plug-ins, one with black & white and the other blue & white. I am assuming that 12/3 or 14/3 will be run, the white neutrals wire nutted together and the two blacks will connect and finally the blue and red (from the 14/3) will wire together. Correct?

@TheExcellentLaborer 2 жыл бұрын

If you look at the videos on my channel of wiring the rooms, ( kzfaq.info/get/bejne/mcmihKV927e4gIU.html )they show me running a 12 three wire to power the fan light combo. It is the exact same way you would wire a bathroom fan light combo. I hope that helps!

@youngsterxv3 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome video my guy. You have help me allot.. keep at it 👌

@TheExcellentLaborer 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Alberto! Started this channel for fun and then I realize how many people enjoy watching the videos and learning a thing or two. I will keep the videos coming your way! Thanks a lot for watching!

@youngsterxv3 2 жыл бұрын

@@TheExcellentLaborer thank you brother.. awesome videos...😁 Hope God keeps blessing you.

@mityashin 2 жыл бұрын

Can I T connect to radon vent pipe ? So I don't have to make another hole in my house

@REGDORTNARG Жыл бұрын

thanks

@lindaclayton8701 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot🤗👍👏👏👏

@TheExcellentLaborer 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Linda!

@theXchange 2 ай бұрын

Great video. Thanks for making it. Now I know why I can't remove the whole assembly without having to get into the attic. I think I will just replace the motor module for now. I figured while I was looking to replace it, I'd inspect the flexible duct hose to make sure it was clear of debris. I've heard stories of construction workers stuffing trash in it ¯\_(ツ)_/¯

@Jnash2030 5 ай бұрын

Any video on how to install the switch for it?

@DitNg516 10 ай бұрын

awesome tutorial

@nlm8487 Жыл бұрын

Hi! So I took mine down and apart cuz I noticed it starting smelling like dampness in the bathroom. It was dusty af…i cleaned it and still not exhausting but the fan is blowing but not towards that black thing. Also that black plastic exhaust pipe thing has little flapper things that can open if I tap on them but not too much…like there is something blocking it maybe or maybe they just don’t open wide I don’t know (I’m a female 1st time even doing this crap)…so my question is should I just turn the stainless motor housing thing around to blow towards the black plastic exhaust??? No one mentions if the air should blow towards that way or if it even matters since it’s blowing in that recessed housing….just curious. Thank you!

@daniel51404 4 ай бұрын

What can I do if I don't have ground cable only the white and black?

@mahmoodbabarintroducingvid2391 7 ай бұрын

You are the best

@TheExcellentLaborer 7 ай бұрын

Thank you!

@bobbykeller8741 2 жыл бұрын

thank you

@TheExcellentLaborer 2 жыл бұрын

You are welcome Bobby!

@julesdf29 Жыл бұрын

I replaced mine, same brand, and just replaced that part containing the motor and the fan etc and just put it back into the original housing that was installed in the attic access but either part of the housing seems loose or something is wrong because it fell back out when I was troubleshooting to make sure it worked after plugging it in, I was able to put it back in, just not sure I trust it...so far with the cover on, it's working, just doesn't seem real secure and although it's in the same way the old one was, didn't seem to click in like yours did in those little slots.

@rodrickthompson2799 2 ай бұрын

Same here bro, back up in that rusted frame and call it a day

@leaz1104 2 жыл бұрын

The only way I can help you 8s watching all the commercials with out skip. Good job.

@bklynbob9039 2 жыл бұрын

Nice video and well done. As an alternative to tape couldn’t you use zip tie or hose clamp? Seems like this would make for a quicker and easier installation.

@TheExcellentLaborer 2 жыл бұрын

Yes I have used hose clamps in the past. I feel like it is a better seal with the tape. It probably would do just fine with the clamp though. I have never use zip ties. That could be something to try. Thanks for watching!

@Eastbaypisces 11 ай бұрын

@@TheExcellentLaborer does it still need to be flush with joist ,? what about drywall for ceiling? if its 1/2" shouldn't i give a 1/2 or no?

@justincowen441 7 ай бұрын

@@Eastbaypiscesat 1:34 of the video he bends up those tabs. That gives the 1/2 for drywall.

@christycain9759 3 ай бұрын

Do you have a how-to video for an existing bathroom?

@troylongtin5417 2 жыл бұрын

I have this fan ready to install I'm basement. When I Google duct length and size limits it says 3 inch is not allowed for fan??? I. Ended up increasing it to 4 inch but according to the tables that come up online that's only allowed up to 4 feet and I have 20 feet to go. Can you elaborate if you have heard of these charts ?

@rwwon Жыл бұрын

Old comment, but I found the same thing in referencing the 2018 IRC code. 4 inch is the min, and it dictates how far you can go with flex vs rigid.

@brucemartini2288 Жыл бұрын

in AZ sounds like to "code bathroom can have either, all bathrooms need a fan, OR should have BOTH

@vinhha6073 2 ай бұрын

Why it's only 2 screw instead 4..?? For both side to secure the fans..?

@MrMarkar1959 2 жыл бұрын

Also might add that heavy foil tape will slice your fingers. vent covers can sure be ugly,,mounted👍🏼. depending how far to run the duct,,support between joists.

@fatharold1788 9 ай бұрын

does it need to be home runned to the panel or can i pull power from an outlet?

@jensn6490 7 ай бұрын

If 15amp outlet I would do a new home run, if 20amp you’re probably fine to tie into it

@frankortolano5886 2 жыл бұрын

I subscribed, your videos are fresh

@TheExcellentLaborer 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Frank!

@Skashoon 7 ай бұрын

I appreciate the video, but was looking to see how it is connected to a switch.

@sylvesterkatz8589 2 жыл бұрын

Wiring?

@Alistair-gi3bx 2 жыл бұрын

Good video but I have no idea how you can use walmart brand screws. I've never had their nails or screws work for me. Always have to buy them from a hardware store.

@TheExcellentLaborer 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching and commenting. Have a good one!

@keyomiallen3064 2 жыл бұрын

I am very pleased with the video however you left out the switch connection

@papagiorgio85 2 жыл бұрын

The builder installed the exact same fan in my bathroom but vented it in the attic, is this okay. Thanks

@thornieves3624 2 жыл бұрын

The builder should have vented it through the attic but through the house roof

@lmaced0 3 ай бұрын

These are a pain in the butt to replace. Why would they design this with the screws to the attic side. So should I destroy the sheetrock in order to fix this?

@rodrickthompson2799 2 ай бұрын

😂😂 They are, second or third time, I just use existing housing lol!!!

@hankrojo7731 2 жыл бұрын

Why does it feel like the fan is blowing the wrong way. Into the bathroom instead of extraction? Thanks

@TheExcellentLaborer 2 жыл бұрын

Is your piping free of clogs? That would be my guess

@hankrojo7731 2 жыл бұрын

@@TheExcellentLaborer yes free of clogs. I actually removed the fan to put rodent repellent between the floors ( downstairs bathroom) before I reinstalled the fan I just plugged it in to make sure I didn’t damage anything when I removed it and that’s when I noticed that the air was getting blown into bathroom. When I placed my hand on what is supposed to be the exhaust side I could not feel any wind. The wiring seems correct. Black - black / green - copper / white - yellow

@DaneAndScout 2 жыл бұрын

Home Depot sells Home NetWerks 1.5 Sone 110 CFM Bluetooth Bath Fan

@CandyyBobble 2 жыл бұрын

I seen that tonight I want it

@BathroomRemodelingTeacher 2 жыл бұрын

Nice job, guess you guys use 12/2 for everything? Kind of pricey these days! Upgrade to Panasonic 👍

@TheExcellentLaborer 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Yes we use 12/2 on everything. Cost a little more but I’d like to make sure I have enough gauge for the future. I will check out Panasonic. Thanks for watching!

@mikimiki195 2 жыл бұрын

👍🏻

@TheExcellentLaborer 2 жыл бұрын

I appreciate that!

@bobsoft 2 жыл бұрын

50 CFM is recommended for bathrooms up to 45 sq. ft. 70 CFM bathroom fan for bathrooms up to 65 sq. ft.

@ChoBiden Жыл бұрын

I have this exact fan in my guest restroom and it does not pull anything. Passes the tissue test but doesn’t pull any odor and gets the mirror all fogged up even after a short shower.

@TheExcellentLaborer Жыл бұрын

If your bathroom is bigger than recommended size for this fan that could happen. Double check that. Hope that helps!

@handymanpina25 2 жыл бұрын

👍

@TheExcellentLaborer 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the thumbs up!

@handymanpina25 2 жыл бұрын

@@TheExcellentLaborer 👍

@riolopez4079 5 күн бұрын

Now do it again with drywall in the way

@brucemartini2288 Жыл бұрын

that is 1 fan that should be powered by same motor of a Joiner planer, or table saw "MORE POWER"!!!😆

@aamirshahzad8060 2 жыл бұрын

Flex duct is big no no Use solid pipe or at least rigid aluminum

@TheExcellentLaborer 2 жыл бұрын

I have been using it for years and it works fine. Did you have a bad experience with it?

@watching..........6494 2 жыл бұрын

I'm not an electrician and I know here we are in 2022 and you're using wire nuts WoW .

@andrewjochum4814 2 жыл бұрын

While push ins are excellent in many circumstances, in this case they are an absolute no-no as the wire supplied with the Broan is twisted. He did it properly and it would have been against code and a fire hazard if push ins were used.

@rayvandenberg9554 4 ай бұрын

How redundant Rookies don't quit your day job...

@thedarthflagger 3 ай бұрын

Nice hands. Wonder of he has nice feet.

@Cheater6913 Жыл бұрын

Bro you didn't even go through the wiring process.

@mchaelallen 2 ай бұрын

Shows new home construction instead of existing bathroom, 3" instead of common 4", out-of-focus images, sloppy duct install . . .

@asharma5958 2 жыл бұрын

Why would you install that junk? Why not choose a better product?

@ryan74701 6 ай бұрын

geez man, the cheapest exhaust fan on the market, at least get one that is 1 sone.

@danolanater Жыл бұрын

Dude went over to the dryer vent as an example. Come on dude nobody venting anything from their ceiling out the side of their house

7 ай бұрын

Thats actually untrue

@scotteric8711 7 ай бұрын

Its against building code to vent anything into the attic or in a concealed framed structure. Steam, septic gases, drier lint, contents from range hoods.. All fire or health hazards. Read a building code manual or don't put anyone elses family at risk. Very unprofessional. 🤣

@CameronWhite-lo4pc 6 ай бұрын

@@scotteric8711 maybe in your state LOL

@jersyboyy 6 ай бұрын

You must love mold half ass diy'er

@veryinteresting591 5 ай бұрын

Happens all the time bro. I’m exhausting multiple out my walls on my barndo.