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ChandelierReplacementin Mulino, OR

Old chandelier down, new chandelier up, properly supported and balanced. We handle dining rooms, two-story foyers, stairwells and entries across Mulino, Molalla, Oregon City, Canby and West Linn. Flat-rate pricing and we haul the old fixture away.

(503) 915-6448
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Handyman on a step ladder installing a modern black and brass chandelier in a dining room
Starting at $225
Why us

Hung Right, Hung Once.

Chandeliers are heavy, awkward, and live in the most visible spot in your house. Here's how we keep the install boring in the best way.

  • 01

    Supported The Right Way

    Heavy fixtures need a fan-rated or chandelier-rated brace box, not a standard plastic ceiling box. We check what's up there and add the right support before anything hangs.

  • 02

    Flat-Rate Quotes

    Most dining-room swaps start at $225 and most two-story foyer jobs are a clean second-tier price. You know the bill before we open the box.

  • 03

    Balanced & Tested

    We chain-adjust, level the canopy to the ceiling, balance any tilt, test every bulb on a dimmer if one's wired in, and haul the old fixture out to the truck for you.

Neighbors say

Loved by Homeowners.

"Keenon swapped the builder-grade dining light for the new chandelier we got online. He added a proper brace box first, then hung it perfectly level. Looks like it belongs in the room."
— Beth Marchi, Oregon City, OR
"Two-story foyer with a 20-foot ceiling. I was dreading the project. He brought the right ladder, took the old fixture down carefully, and the new one is rock solid. So glad I didn't try it myself."
— Noelle Mitchell, Portland, OR
"Wired in a dimmer at the same time as our new dining chandelier. He walked me through bulb compatibility for the dimmer so I didn't end up with a flickering mess. Clean, careful work."
— Jason James, Mulino, OR

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Most folks ask

Chandelier Replacement, Questions & Tips.

Chandelier replacement is one of those projects where the fixture itself is half the story and the box behind the ceiling is the other half. A homeowner in Canby called The Dandy Handyman last spring because she'd ordered a beautiful 32-pound rattan chandelier for her dining room, and the installation card in the box said "must be mounted to a brace box rated for the weight." Her existing ceiling box was a standard plastic round one screwed to a single joist, rated for about 5 to 8 pounds. We replaced the box with a fan-rated brace box that locks between the joists from below (no attic access needed), then hung the chandelier. Twenty minutes of prep saved a ceiling repair down the road.

Most dining-room and entry chandeliers weigh between 10 and 30 pounds, and a lot of the trendy oversized fixtures from Pottery Barn, Rejuvenation and Shades of Light are pushing 40 to 60 pounds. The rule of thumb is that any fixture over 5 pounds needs to hang from a metal box that's mechanically attached to framing, not just nailed to a single joist. Anything over 50 pounds needs to be supported independently of the box, usually with a threaded stud screwed into a brace.

Beyond the support question, the install itself is pretty standard. We turn the breaker off, take down the old fixture, disconnect the wires, check that there's a ground path available, and assemble the new chandelier on the floor or dining table (with a moving blanket protecting both). For chain fixtures we adjust the length so the bottom of the chandelier sits 30 to 34 inches above the dining table, or about 7 feet off the floor for entryway and hallway installs. Then we mount, wire, level, and test on every switch position. If you have a dimmer, we make sure the bulbs you bought are compatible so you don't end up with the flicker that makes everyone cranky.

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Chandelier Questions.

How much does it cost to replace a chandelier?
Standard dining-room or entry swaps start at $225, assuming an 8-foot ceiling and an existing ceiling box rated for the new fixture's weight. Add for box upgrades, dimmer install, two-story foyer setup, or fixtures over 40 pounds. We give you a flat number after seeing a photo of the current fixture and the new one.
Do I need a special ceiling box for a heavy chandelier?
Probably, yes. Standard plastic round boxes are rated for about 5 to 8 pounds, and most modern chandeliers are heavier than that. Anything over 5 pounds needs a metal box mechanically attached to framing, and anything over 50 pounds needs independent support. We check before we hang and swap the box if needed, no attic access required for most retrofits.
Can you hang a chandelier in my two-story foyer?
Yes. Two-story foyers and tall stairwells are a regular call from West Linn and Oregon City newer builds. We bring a 16-foot multi-position ladder for most jobs and a small scaffold setup for the really tall ones over a stair landing. Pricing is a step above standard installs because of the extra setup and safety gear.
How high should a dining-room chandelier hang?
The bottom of the fixture should sit 30 to 34 inches above the dining table for an 8-foot ceiling, and you can add about 3 inches of drop for every extra foot of ceiling height. For foyers and hallways where there's no table, aim for at least 7 feet of clearance off the floor. We adjust the chain or rod length on site to land it right.
Will my old dimmer work with the new chandelier?
Sometimes, sometimes not. LED-style bulbs on older dimmers often flicker, hum, or won't dim smoothly. If your new chandelier uses dimmable LEDs, plan on either a modern LED-rated dimmer like a Lutron Caseta or Diva, or making sure all the bulbs match brand and batch. We can install the dimmer at the same time if it makes sense.
Do you haul away my old fixture?
Yes, included in the price. We carry the old chandelier out to the truck and dispose of it for you, or if it's still in good shape and you want to donate or sell it, we'll set it on the porch instead. Either way it doesn't end up in your garage waiting.
Can you install a chandelier in a room that doesn't have one now?
Not as a one-visit job. Adding a brand-new ceiling box, fishing wire through walls and ceilings, and tying into a circuit is licensed electrician work. We can refer you to an electrician we trust for the rough-in, and then come back to hang and dial in the fixture once everything's ready.
What about crystal chandeliers with all the dangly parts?
We handle them, but a heads-up: crystal chandeliers usually ship with the crystals separate, and assembly is the part that takes the longest. We'll assemble on a padded table or moving blanket on the dining table, hang the body first, then attach the crystals once it's safely supported. Plan on an extra hour or two compared to a standard fixture.
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