• The right ceiling fan makes all the differenceceiling fan image by Adrian Hillman from Fotolia.com
  
  Buying a ceiling fan can make all the difference in the comfort level of your room. The right fan can cool a room a significant amount of degrees and keep you cool on those hot summer days. When running a ceiling fan, nothing is more annoying than a fan that buzzes and clicks throughout the night. You want to purchase a high-quality fan that matches your room and has easy controls and installation.
  
  

The Controls

• Ceiling fans have two basic controls, one for setting the speed of the fan and another for turning the lights off and on. Some will have lights that can dim at different levels. Fans can be accessed via remote control or a wall panel. A remote control will allow you to handle the lights and speed of the fan from anywhere in the room, while you will have to go to the wall if you decide to install a wall control. You also have the option to use the string controls. Pull one of them to control the speed of your fan and the other to control your lights. Choose the remote control or wall method if you plan to install the fan on a really high ceiling. Also, make sure to install a fan with a capacitor to eliminate buzzing sounds.
  
  

The Installation

• Make sure the ceiling fan you buy comes with a complete installation kit. Most fans will install on the ceiling similarly to a ceiling light. When looking at the installation kit, make sure that the ceiling you plan to install it on is strong enough to hold all of its parts. If you don't plan to install the fan yourself, you don't really have to look for a kit that has an easy installation. If you plan to install it yourself, try to find a kit that doesn't require strenuous and complicated installation.
  
  

The Style

• You can get a contemporary, artsy, tropical or traditional style fan. The style of fan you choose will depend on the design of the room you plan to install it in. You also want to look for a fan that is colored to match your room.
  
  

The Motor Warranty

• Check the warranty on the motor of your fan. A lot of ceiling fans start humming and clicking because the motors start to deteriorate. Make sure your fan comes with a warranty that will replace the motor if you have any of these problems.
  
  

Blade Pitch

• The blade pitch of the fan will determine how much air your fan moves through the room while it's on. Look for a blade pitch between 12 and 16 degrees. This will give you the best air flow of any ceiling fan.