When was the last time you checked on this hidden, yet hardworking unit? A dusty, dirty fan can’t do its job and all that dust may make it sound like a jet engine taking off. Here’s how to clean a bathroom fan so it can do its job quietly and efficiently.

What You’ll Need:

Sturdy step ladderFlashlightScrewdriverAll-purpose household cleanerSink or bucketMicrofiber clothOld towelVacuum with hose and crevice attachmentElectrostatic duster

How to Clean a Bathroom Fan:

Now that the fan is sparkling clean, it’s a good idea to use an electrostatic duster with an extendable handle to remove visible dust from the exterior cover every few weeks. Do a thorough cleaning every six months. Cleaning a bathroom fan may be a bit of a hassle, but it’s so much easier than constantly battling bathroom mold and mildew if the fan isn’t working properly.