Attic ventilation presents some unique issues in Cincinnati due to the fluctuating weather. Our summers are hot, humid, and stormy; our winters are cold, windy, and also sometimes stormy. All of these conditions can add up to issues with attic ventilation, either too much (where you’re leaking too much warm air out into the cold) or too little (where heat and moisture are trapped inside your attic, damaging your roof and causing health problems for your family). Attic ventilation is essential, and it needs to be handled by an experienced roofing professional, like us here at Harper Siding & Roofing. We know what your Cincinnati area home needs in terms of attic ventilation, and we have decades of experience providing excellent roofing services throughout your neighborhood. We know what your home needs, and we know how to install and service your attic ventilation properly.
One of the ways to make sure that your attic ventilation will work properly in any weather is to install a roof mounted power ventilator. These ventilators will vent hot air from the attic and pull in the cooler air from the soffit vents, and they are able to be adjusted to function automatically.
About Power Attic Vents
The power ventilator is ideal for roofs that do not have a ridge vent system. They also work well on roofs where the design does not allow for the placement of box louver vents. Our Cincinnati roofing experts can take a good look at your roof and advise you about the type of attic ventilation that will work best. Your home may not currently have the right ventilation system, and this could lead to higher heating or cooling costs, or built-up moisture that can cause roof damage and allow mold to grow (which can ultimately make your family sick). Keeping the air in your attic moving properly will prolong the life of shingles and help to protect the roof structure.
Our professional roof repair company will recommend the vent system or power vent that is best for your needs and home. Power vents have humidity and temperature control settings so they can work automatically without manual activation. Most power vents are also equipped with an adjustable thermostat and humidistat which allow the power vent to function only when needed – conserving energy, and keeping the air in your attic at just the right level of temperature and humidity for your home and your family’s well-being.
Power Vent Features and Benefits
There are other features and benefits of installing a power vent:
- They are constructed of durable steel to withstand strong weather, including high winds and hail.
- Birds, squirrels and other rodents are kept out by a steel mesh which is built into the vent. This ensures that your attic will not be invaded by troublesome creatures.
- Living areas will be more comfortable when heat and moisture buildup in the attic is reduced.
- With excess heat escaping properly through roof vents, your air conditioning system will not have to work as hard which means less wear and tear on the system and a longer lifespan for your HVAC system.
- Weather-induced home deterioration will be prevented when the inside and outside temperatures are equalized and humidity is reduced.
- The power vents have a low profile which makes them unobtrusive on the roofline.
- A balanced fan blade eliminates vibration – you won’t even know when it’s on or off.
Let our expert roofing team evaluate your home’s attic ventilation and make a recommendation based on experience. We will advise you on power vents that are best for the size of your attic and the amount of net free intake airflow available. Our roofing contractors can determine which is the right power vent to serve your needs, and we can install them correctly on your Cincinnati area home. If you would like a ROOF VENTILATION ESTIMATE, contact us today!