How to clean a bathroom fan: 12 steps to keep it running smoothly

If you’ve never even considered cleaning your bathroom fan, you’re not alone. Because of their seemingly inaccessible location and complex mechanics, bathroom fans are either easily forgotten or purposely passed over during the weekly cleaning routine. Still, it’s so important to give your hard-working bathroom fan a deep clean once in a while, for reasons that stretch beyond aesthetics. Fans rid your bathroom of moisture, odors, and air-born contaminants, but if filled with dust, they don't function as well, which could lead to mold, mildew, or even worse, a fire. Luckily, cleaning your bathroom fan isn’t nearly as tricky as it may seem.

Watch the video above to learn how to clean your bathroom fan.

How to clean a bathroom fan

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To prevent dust and grime buildup and keep your fan running smoothly, experts suggest giving your bathroom fan a thorough clean every six months. If your bathroom is smaller or poorly ventilated and prone to accumulating moisture, more frequent cleaning may be in order. If you have a larger bathroom with better ventilation, it may suffice to clean your bathroom fan jonce every year.