By Paul Scelsi, Air Vent, Originally published by Roofing Contractor Magazine, April 2022.
The roofing contractor is preparing an estimate for a brand new roof for the homeowner and it’s time to evaluate the existing attic ventilation. The roof’s generous horizontal ridge line makes it the perfect candidate for ridge vents along the peak of the roof. But already in place are multiple wind turbines or a bunch of individual box vents (also called roof louvers, static vents or can vents). It’s decision time for the roofing contractor.
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Additional Resources:
Podcast: Airing it Out with Air Vent, Episode 25: Performance, Appearance and Cost Favor Ridge Vents
Podcast: Airing it Out with Air Vent, Episode 7: What Homeowners Should Know about Attic Ventilation
Benefits of Ridge Vents on Your Roof