Installing A Gable Exhaust Fan

I added a attic fan 1500cfm onto the gable but i have the airflow coming in from the outside instead of pushing air out.

Installing a gable exhaust fan.

If you re looking for a way to amp up curb appeal and improve air circulation in the attic you re in luck. Temp 84f at 5pm. Even during the cooler months the fan can prevent the build up of humidity caused by heating systems. Hvi recommends a ratio of 60 to 40 for soffit ventilation to gable or ridge ventilation.

Set your store to see local availability add to cart. I ve read that adding a vent fan to the gable with ridge vent is bad b c it may reverse the natural flow of hot air plus draw in rain. If the existing gable vent is smaller than the diameter of the fan you ll need to remove the vent and install either a larger vent or an automatic shutter. Installing a gable vent fan is a great way of keeping your attic cool during the heat of summer.

Send text message print comment. Best fans for cooling a room. How to install a bathroom fan. To install an attic fan over a gable vent in your attic trace the body of the fan onto a piece of plywood that s wide enough to mount on the studs on each side of the vent.

During workdays would leave air conditioner off when leaving in the morning. This tutorial shows you how to install both a gable vent and a gable fan. Attic ventilation fans whether hard wired or powered by their own solar panels seem like a low cost and effective way to help keep your house cool. The downside of attic ventilation fans.

January 26 2019 advertisement. Keep mirrors from fogging up with a bathroom exhaust fan. Temp 92 f at 5pm. When the fan is securely mounted carry it over to the vent and nail.

This was observed on numerous days following the installation. You will also save on air conditioning bills. Then cut out the circle with a reciprocating saw and mount the fan over the cutout using a drill. I have ranch house that has ridge vent soffit vents and two gables.