Fan in attic access? What is this?
10 years ago
Featured Answer
Sort by:Oldest
Comments (6)
- 10 years ago
- 10 years ago
Related Discussions
No attic access
Comments (6)I'm in central NY, and it gets pretty cold (below zero most winters) and usually 90-100 in the summer. would I lay a vapor barrier down then blow in the insulation? How would I properly secure the hatch once I'm done so critters can't get into the house from the hole,and to avoid heat loss at that access hole? How do I know where joists are so I'm not randomly poking holes. And if it's plaster on the ceiling, then what? I'm fortunate to know the owner before the PO, and I know they put sheetrock over the plaster. Sorry about all the questions, but I don't want to get in too deep and have to call the "Over my Head" crew from HGTV or DIY network!! :-)...See MoreWhole House Fans vs Solar Attic Fans
Comments (3)An attic fan, as the name implies, is designed to cool the attic. Their primary advantage is keeping the attic cooler thereby extending the life of the shingles and they do keep the house itself a little cooler. They do need to be sized and positioned correctly for maximum effectiveness and depending on the size and configuration of your attic, you may need more than one fan. There are some that say they are a waste of money because they create only localized cooling (air takes the path of least resistance) and/or if the attic is vented properly, no additional cooling is necessary. A whole house fan works best in climates or seasons where there are warm days and cool nights. They are placed in a central location (on the second floor if applicable). Basically you open the windows and flip on the fan, which pulls cool air in and pushes hot air into the attic. Again they need to be sized correctly and your attic needs to be vented properly to give the air some place to go. They can eliminate the need for air conditioning, which is why your utility is giving a rebate. Since you are moving a lot of air, they can be noisy....See MoreAlternatives to attic fan for attic ventilation?
Comments (6)Well, here's a link with a good explanation of how ventilation plays a part... But a previous answer recommending proper insulation and possibly a radiant barrier is key. But if you already have these, better ventilation will help. My neighbor's thermostat controlled fan would run all day before he added eyebrow vents and soffit vents; now it comes on only in the late afternoon. Also, if you re-roof, a light colored shingle will help a lot, if you can stand the look. I just went from wood shake to a black asphalt and my attic is now almost degrees hotter. Here is a link that might be useful: Summer Heat Build-up...See MoreInstalling vent fan without attic access.
Comments (4)Roof penetrations are done from on top of the roof. You cut the hole in the roof, pull up and connect the flex-duct from the fan and install the vent cover. Just make sure your roof penetration is not on top of a joist....See More- 10 years ago
- 10 years ago
- 10 years ago
Related Stories
HOUZZ TOURSMy Houzz: Accessibility With Personality in an 1870 Home
Hand-painted murals and personal touches fill an accessible home with warmth and charm
Full StoryUNIVERSAL DESIGNKitchen of the Week: Good Looking and Accessible to All
Universal design features and sustainable products create a beautiful, user-friendly kitchen that works for a homeowner on wheels
Full StoryUNIVERSAL DESIGNBungalow Bathroom Gains New Accessibility
Better design and functionality make life easier for a homeowner in a wheelchair
Full StoryUNIVERSAL DESIGNHouzz Tour: Accessible Design Makes Wheelchair Living Easier
A disability consultant teams up with his brothers to build his own 5-star home
Full StoryREMODELING GUIDESRoom of the Day: Storage Attic Now an Uplifting Master Suite
Tired of sharing a bathroom with their 2 teenage kids, this couple moves on up to a former attic space
Full StoryKITCHEN DESIGNHow to Choose the Right Hood Fan for Your Kitchen
Keep your kitchen clean and your home's air fresh by understanding all the options for ventilating via a hood fan
Full StoryKITCHEN OF THE WEEKKitchen of the Week: Fans of Traditional Style Go For a ‘Mad Men’ Look
The TV show inspires a couple to turn their back on the style they knew and embrace a more fun and funkier vibe in their kitchen
Full StoryDECORATING GUIDES21st-Century Looks for Shabby Chic Fans
How to update a style that's been popular since the 1990s? With new colors, crisper lines and contemporary settings
Full StoryMORE ROOMSAttic Bedrooms Turn a Corner
No longer mere storage space for broken dolls and old clothes, attics are being turned into the most stylish of bedrooms
Full StoryHouzz Call: What Gives You the Creeps at Home?
Halloween horror got nothing on your basement, attic or closet? Show us that scary spot you steer clear of
Full Story
energy_rater_la