Retrofit Attic Vents

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Retrofit attic vents. The honeycomb matrix along with the screen mesh sold together can be used in a variety of retro fit applications. Gravity vent retrofit models available in an array of sizes. But in our case we had to retrofit. The aura gravity vent retrofit does not need to spin in order to provide excellent ventilation.

Soffit vents come in several sizes and styles including small round discs and rectangular grilles. Attic ventilation for cathedral and vaulted ceilings require attic baffle vents with v baffe s design you can quickly and easily retrofit cathedral and vaulted ceilings that would otherwise have been next to impossible. Install rectangular roof vents on both sides of the roof. Kitchen and bath fans vented into the attic.

With the vbaffle retrofit attic ventilation baffle your sof. Vent these fans through the roof or soffit. Inside the attic behind existing gable and eave vents the matrix can be cut to size and fastened to the existing 1 4 screen. They re most effective when used in conjunction with a continuous ridge vent.

A perfect replacement for whirlybirds roof wind turbines which frequently slow down or stop turning all together because of corrosion damage or just wear and tear. Power gable vent shutter is designed to be used with master flow egv pg series electric gable fans. Power gable vent shutter is automatic 20 in. Alternatively cover all existing vent openings with 1 8 inch or 1 16 inch wire mesh.

Rectangular roof vents work best when the wind blows over the top of them rather than into them. Constructed of white aluminum that can be painted. Typically rafter vents are installed before the ceiling drywall is hung allowing workers to stand below the roof structure and easily staple the rafter vents onto the plywood subroof. These vents allow outside air to enter the attic at the lowest point of the roof along the underside of the eave.

Turbines frequently slow or stop turning entirely due to wear corrosion or damage from high winds. Common 1 4 screens are ineffective and should be replaced or retrofitted. Without rafter vents loose insulation can block the soffit vents and moisture will be trapped in the attic and cause rot. Use manufacured and ca approved vents see below to retrofit existing attic soffit basement foundation and gable vents where possible.

Our retrofit kits and matrixes are available simply for existing installations where removal of current hardware is unrealistic. Radiant barrier and insulation will only perform as well as your attic ventilation allows it to.