can you put this up without taring down the drywall on the ceiling and dont have an addic
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No, not in most cases. The bracket needs to be screwed to the truss/joist. A better solution may be the 936, old work RETRO-BRACE assembly.
Was this Answer Helpful ?No. Get a support designed for your purpose. U want one that u can poke up through the hole for the electrical/mounting box and screw out against the ceiling jousts. Then u can install the box and good to go.
Was this Answer Helpful ?This particular model you need access to the area above the fan. They make a model that can be used with limited access. This one isn't it.
Was this Answer Helpful ?If you have attic access
Was this Answer Helpful ?A box that is described as "new work" cannot easily be installed if you have existing drywall. Buy a fan box for "old work". It will have a threaded rod that allows you to expand the braces without removing drywall.
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