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An old home built in late teens early twenties, unfinished attic with knob and tube wiring (in addition to newer upgrades on lower levels) has one large built in steel fan in window and one end gable, need a new roof and they want to sell me a ridge vent to go across the top. I've had recent leak with water from damaged roof, so I fear the ridge vent could create more problems with wind or rain and snow blowing in. Is my large fan (the guy that did the upstairs central
AC put it in, it's designed to automatically start at 90degrees) not enough? I don't want to overventilate, the original insulation is in the floor recessed under
the knob and tube wiring, had some blown in insulation put in 10 years ago as
well, just don't want to take any chances. Any knowledge on the safety of the ridge vent in the older homes with regards to leaks/wind/rain/snow?
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What type of roof structure ventilation is considered superior?
ridge vent and powered
Should you close the vent in your house?
WHICH VENT If you're talking plumbing roof vents or soffit or ridge attic air vents; absolutely not!! I can't thing of a single vent that would be opened and closed at will.
What is the difference between a ridge board and a ridge beam?
A ridge board doesn't support rafters of the bridge whereas a ridge beam does.
What is a wet vent?
Definition: Wet vent means a waste pipe that also serves as a vent pipe
Is there a high wind vent cap for a gas furnace roof vent?
Yes you can get a high wind cap for the vent.
What is the purpose of a roof ridge?
To seal the ridge from weather. If a ridge vent is used it is just that, a vent for the roof.
How can I ensure proper ventilation in my attic by installing a ridge vent?
To ensure proper ventilation in your attic by installing a ridge vent, you need to first measure the length of your roof ridge and then choose a ridge vent that matches that length. Next, you will need to cut a slot along the peak of your roof to install the ridge vent. This will allow hot air to escape from the attic, while cooler air is drawn in through the soffit vents. Proper installation is key to ensuring effective ventilation in your attic.
Does ridge vent have to cover over hang?
Rake overhangs are not as critical to vent as are the rafter spaces above the living areas, but for the sake of appearance, the entire ridge is usually covered with venting.
What type of roof structure ventilation is considered superior?
ridge vent and powered
Do roofing shingles require a ridge vent?
A shingled roof requires ventilation. That can be done several ways. Gable vents, turbine vents, air hawks or ridge vent. It is also important that your soffits are vented to get proper airflow.
Should you close the vent in your house?
WHICH VENT If you're talking plumbing roof vents or soffit or ridge attic air vents; absolutely not!! I can't thing of a single vent that would be opened and closed at will.
What causes a newly installed roof ridge vent to warp when the sun heats it up?
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How do you add vents on roof of house?
it's easy go with a ridge vent ,remove the caps on the peak of the roof,save them if you can.cut the ridge open with a skill saw , make sure you set the blade on the saw so you do not cut to deep. about 1 in down from the top. do this on both sides of the peek.install the ridge vent and then nail your caps back on.
What are the characteristics of an ocean?
ocean ridge abyssal plain continental shelf continental slop hydrothermal vent
Can dimensional shingles not 3 tab be used for ridge vent shingles?
certainly, cut them 12" wide
What are characteristics of an ocean?
ocean ridge abyssal plain continental shelf continental slop hydrothermal vent
What are the differences between an attic fan and a ridge vent, and which one is more effective for ventilating an attic space?
An attic fan is a mechanical fan that actively removes hot air from the attic space, while a ridge vent is a passive ventilation system that allows hot air to escape through a vent installed along the peak of the roof. Ridge vents are generally considered more effective for ventilating an attic space because they provide continuous ventilation without the need for electricity.
