Monte Carlo 5AV52WH Avanti 52-Inch 5-Blade DC Motor Ceiling Fan with Matte White Blades, White

I spent a number of hours researching energy star fans. After careful analysis I found that this fan with its internal A/C to DC voltage conversion would provide the best cost savings. I had some hesitation about buying a Monte Carlo fan because relative to other fan companies (Hunter, etc.) they were a rather new company. I spoke with a customer service rep at Monte Carlo who quickly answered my questions and after considering their warranties decided to give it a shot. As always the purchase from Amazon was easy and the fan arrived quickly. The installation was similar to other fans that I have installed which has its challanges(mechanical hanging it from the ceiling, electrical connection, etc.) There was no pre-kitting to speed up the install. However, I was impressed that Monte Carlo gives you plenty of spare parts (rubber insulators for the blades - 1 extra, screws - at least 2 extra) just in case you loose a few during the task. Once the fan was installed and turned on I...Read more

I made the mistake of buying a Home Depot fan a few years ago. Bad idea. By last summer it started humming on low speed because dust had gotten in the bearings.

So I researched carefully before buying this replacement. I had never heard of Monte Carlo but they get good ratings just about everywhere I found. This fan has sealed bearings so dust will not get in.

It is also the most efficient ceiling fan made according to ENERGY STAR using only 24 watts on high speed (about one third as Much as other ENERGY STAR rated fans.). It is nearly silent, and pushes air well.

One thing we love is that it has four speeds - most others have three - and the low speed is just enough to move air around. It also uses less than 2 watts at thus speed.

Installation was easy and there were extra screws and parts included.

I am pretty this fan will last for many years.