Retrofit Attic Vents

Alternatively cover all existing vent openings with 1 8 inch or 1 16 inch wire mesh.

Retrofit attic vents. Common 1 4 screens are ineffective and should be replaced or retrofitted. Inside the attic behind existing gable and eave vents the matrix can be cut to size and fastened to the existing 1 4 screen. By mike guertin issue 278 oct nov 2018 synopsis. And due to the soffit venting system we need to retrofit rafter vents to ensure adequate air circulation in the attic.

Retrofit attic baffles for cathedral and vaulted ceiling ventilation for purchase information click here attic ventilation for cathedral and vaulted ceilings require attic baffle vents. The honeycomb matrix along with the screen mesh sold together can be used in a variety of retro fit applications. Please feel free to contact us if you have any questions. Basically because of the trusses we have to use blown in insulation instead of laying down fiberglass batts.

The aura gravity ventilator will last as long as the roof itself and will always work like new unlike the worn out roof turbines they replace. The aura gravity ventilator pulls hot air with its long louvers utilizing the venturi effect. This article details the process of venting air sealing and insulating the area along exterior walls where the rafters meet the top plate. Use manufacured and ca approved vents see below to retrofit existing attic soffit basement foundation and gable vents where possible.

These vertical louvers also prevent rain and snow from entering. The aura gravity vent retrofit does not need to spin in order to provide excellent ventilation. If you do not know what rafter vent is here is a video.