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KT,
I get 2 sections for a working platform height of 12 feet. I get 24 hours, if I rent Saturday afternoon I can return on Monday morning as a one day rental. So time should not be a problem.
I will take the fan apart and check for all parts before I rent. I can even check how it assembles into the new outlet box before I even rent the scaffold.
I do know what you are saying though, it always seems that I am running back to the store for some other part I need to complete any project I am working on.
Dennis
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Home Depot/ Lowes sell a light duty scafolding that will get you up to 8 feet. Put a 10- 12 foot folding ladder on top of that and your in the neighborhood. If you're worried about a fall you could always tie off to the glue lam.
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One of the big box stores had an ad for an adjustable step ladder going up to 22' for $199.98
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Dennis, when I went to rent the wheels and such were not in the quote. Understand you may not need wheels but I was surprised what was not include in quoted rates. Guess braces were but not sure. I know the platform to work on was not. But rental is local market driven no doubt. kt
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Dennis, I missed this thread somehow, sorry.
When I was doing mine I spoke to a neighbour who happens to own the local "Mr. Electric" franchise, there is one near you too I'm sure, about putting in the wiring & box etc., first.
When he came over to look at the job he told me if I had the fan ready to go when his guys got there with the small lift they use, he would hang the fan for an extra $20. It was a no brainer!!
Best of luck.
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Kleinchris,
I cannot hook on to the Glue Lam as it butts against the ceiling, unless I had a monster clamp its at least 8 inches thick and maybe 18 inhces high
KT,
I know I remember the outriggers were an extra fee so maybe the wheels are also, but I don't think I need wheels.
Murf,
I called Mr. Electric, down here they call it a two man job, I guess no power lift. I think NJ is going to be pricey, though up until I said it was an 18 foot ceiling they said they would allow time for estimate and install as most customers go for it as their prices are competitive, but they cannot do that for a two man install. We will see.
Thanks for the tip.
Dennis
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Murf,
Mr Electric came today to estimate the job. They only do work with a building permit.
They want $475 plus $60 for the building permit. That is with putting a shutoff switch in the attic no wall switch though.
Those Canadian dollars go much further 
Dennis
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Dennis that price seems low when you figure they have to go get the permit and factor in wages, insurances, taxes, vehicle wear-and-tear, tools, overhead, etc. AND on top of that pay the frachise fee(s). They'll be lucky if they make $75 on the deal.
I'll stick to moving dirt.
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I agree the profit is low mostly because of wasted time.
They spent over a half hour just driving to my place, then it took them 20 minutes to look over the job. Then he took 20 minutes to write it up on a form.
The first visit probably took 1.5 hours all in plus gas etc..
Then they will bring two guys out, but first they will go to the building department to file for a permit. That's one visit and then you wait a couple of days.
Then you need to install it and have the building inspector approve it, don't know if they have to be there for that.
But from my perspective, I can do it for $50 with no permit. So its a 10 x mark up.
Dennis
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Dennis, my pencil and your's works the same. Shame you don't have a good friend who has the lady who would like the fun of helping you. kt
I am talking about a friend who is near enough to help.
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