Exhaust Fan & Ventilation Wiring in Venice
Fresh air is essential in Venice's beach cottages, canal-front homes, and contemporary builds along Abbot Kinney Boulevard and Ocean Front Walk. Shaffer Construction, Inc. designs and wires quiet, code-compliant exhaust fans and ventilation controls that keep moisture, odors, and salt air at bay. We size the fan correctly, run durable wiring in corrosion-resistant raceways, and coordinate ducting and terminations for a clean finish. Most projects are completed in half a day to one day, with upfront pricing in the $300–$1,200 range depending on scope. If your property sits within the Venice Coastal Zone, we also handle permits and any required coastal review so you can breathe easy.
Our Work
Benefits
Innovative, Future-Ready Wiring
We design ventilation controls that are efficient today and scalable tomorrow. Think DC-motor fans (Panasonic WhisperGreen, Fantech inline) with ECM technology, humidity and motion sensors, and smart wall timers. We can integrate fans with Lutron Caséta or other smart switches, add occupancy-based auto-run and post-shower humidity setpoints, and wire dedicated circuits sized for future upgrades. Our measurements verify ASHRAE 62.2 airflow targets, and we document settings for easy maintenance and system tuning.
Permits and Local Compliance
Shaffer Construction navigates LADBS permitting and inspections end-to-end. We design to the California Electrical Code, California Energy Code (Title 24, Part 6), and CALGreen requirements for fan efficacy and controls. In multi-family buildings, we meet firestopping standards at assemblies and use approved dampers/penetrations. For Coastal Zone properties, we coordinate Venice Coastal Zone Specific Plan compliance and, when needed, provide details for Coastal Commission review so your installation passes the first time.
Expert Craftsmanship Every Time
Coastal environments demand better materials and methods. We use copper conductors in metallic raceways (EMT or flexible metal as allowed by LA City), stainless or zinc-plated hardware, weatherproof in-use covers, and sealed exterior terminations with backdraft dampers. We avoid restrictive flex duct runs, specify smooth-wall metal when feasible, and use anti-corrosion compounds on terminations. Every connection is torqued to spec, penetrations are sealed with fire/smoke-rated sealant as required, and fans are isolated to reduce vibration and noise.
Custom Assessment and Planning
We begin with room-by-room needs: square footage, moisture sources, shower duration, and duct path constraints. We size intermittent bath fans at a minimum 1 CFM per square foot (50–110 CFM typical) and adjust for long ducts and elbows. For continuous ventilation, we design to ASHRAE 62.2 rates, often via an ultra-quiet, low-watt fan. We select controls—humidity, timer, or smart switch—based on your lifestyle, and we plan wall or roof terminations to avoid wind-driven recirculation off ocean-facing facades.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a permit to replace or add a bathroom exhaust fan in Venice?+
If we are adding new wiring, a new circuit, or a new wall/roof termination, LADBS requires an electrical permit and inspection. Like-for-like fan swaps may still need a permit, and Coastal Zone homes can require coastal sign-off for exterior terminations. We handle the permit, plan check, and meet the inspector so your project passes cleanly.
What size exhaust fan should I choose for my Venice bathroom?+
A quick rule is 1 CFM per square foot, with 50–110 CFM typical. Long duct runs, multiple elbows, or interior baths may need higher CFM or an inline fan. For continuous ventilation (Title 24/CALGreen), we design to ASHRAE 62.2 rates. We’ll verify delivered airflow with a flow hood so the fan you buy performs as expected.
How do you prevent corrosion and mold near the beach and canals?+
We use metallic raceways, copper conductors, stainless or coated hardware, weatherproof covers, and aluminum or stainless exterior hoods with backdraft dampers. Penetrations are sealed, ducts are sized to minimize condensation, and controls (humidity sensors/timers) automatically clear moisture after showers—reducing mold risk and protecting finishes.
Can you add a fan if there’s no attic or it’s a flat roof?+
Yes. We often use low-profile fans, inline remote fans, or through-the-wall units. We route metallic conduit in finished spaces discreetly or within cavities where feasible and coordinate any roof penetrations with your roofer. In multi-unit buildings, we maintain fire ratings and work with the HOA for approvals and scheduling.
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