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Comments (2)Good that you realize the soffit issue with an exhaust vent. Either block off the soffit on each side from above, or could you possibly replace some of the vented soffit from below with solid material? There are higher quality roof vent hoods available. Fantech or American-Aldes are two sources that I've used. A roof vent can be added without damaging the integrity of the roof, just pay attention to the details and work carefully. Are the prevailing winds in your favor to limit snow accumulation in the proposed location? While your at it, consider adding a fan timer at the wall switch to insure the required ventilation time it takes to remove all the bath moisture....See More2 exhaust fans instead of a 1 fan in bathroom ?
Comments (3)I would guess you can, but one big fan will work more efficiently than 2 small ones. I can't say for certain without seeing in person....See MoreBathroom exhaust fan: how to choose? Suggestions?
Comments (3)if you have an attic above that room get the kind that the motor is actually several feet away from the vent in the ceiling as they work great and are very quiet. I put a Solitube with a light kit and a Broan vent in one of my bathrooms with motor in attic and it is outstanding. You don't need a Solitube to use this type of vent fan. If you don't have attic space above, then I would go with the panasonic or a Nutone....See MoreCold Air coming in through bathroom exhaust fan
Comments (6)OK...problem is now resolved (I think). I managed to get the cover and light fixture out of the unit, then removed the fan assembly to see if I could see things better. There is a contra-flow "flap" that was stuck in an open position. I could close by pushing it shut with a screwdriver, but then when I opened it again, it stayed open. Perhaps some lint build-up or something like that, but anyway, there was a plastic tab that is to act as a counter-balance to make the thing shut again so I attached a small paper clip type thing to it to give it just an extra bit of weight. Now when I push it open with a screwdriver, it opens and then closes back on it's own. As for the venting piece, I really can't see if it's venting directly into the soffit, but I suspect you are right. It is so far back into a corner of the house, it's virtually impossible to see. Thanks to all for your help and advice. I love this kind of teamwork....See MoreHU-910663146
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