An attic fan can be installed to help circulate the air under your roof and prevent the attic from overheating. The fan does this by sucking the hot and humid air inside your attic and pushing it outside to allow cooler air to come in.
You can even install a solar attic fan so it doesn’t add to your electricity bills. With an attic fan, your HVAC might not need to work overtime just to keep your indoors cool.
Your attic can reach temperatures exceeding 160 degrees in the summer. Imagine how that affects your indoor comfort as well as the health of your entire roofing system.
You probably can if you’re handy with tools, but it’s a good idea to hire an attic fan installer or attic ventilation contractor to install your attic fan. While not too technical, attic fan installation does involve different factors and it’s easy for an untrained homeowner to make mistakes that might lead to costly do-overs. If your fan runs on electricity, you also run the risk of getting electrocuted or starting a fire. Think about your safety and peace of mind; call a pro to do it.
There are ways to do this right, even when all you’re doing is using the attic fan after it’s been installed by a trained technician. Here are some mistakes to avoid:
You should hire an attic ventilation contractor to install them. Get in touch with Deschutes Roofing & Insulation. We specialize in attic insulation and ventilation. Call us in Bend: (541) 241-5720, Portland: (503) 967-9590, Eugene: (541) 246-6860, Lake Oswego: (503) 468-7663, or Beaverton: (503) 928-8750. You can also use this form to contact us for a free estimate.
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