Fairly easy to install, but the instructions definitely assume the installer has some experience with electrical equipment. It definitely doesn't hold your hand thru the process. One big point of frustration was that bolts that came with the fan weren't long enough to reach as far into the installation box as I liked (only went 2-3 threads deep), so I had to go to HD to pick up longer ones. But I love the final product. Looks great, is silent, and well balanced!